What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Erie?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Erie is to bus which costs $40 - $130 and takes 9h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Erie?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Erie is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $50 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Erie. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Erie, PA via Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Erie?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Erie Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 48m.

How far is it from Chicago to Erie?

The distance between Chicago and Erie is 425 miles. The road distance is 445.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Erie without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Erie without a car is to train which takes 8h 48m and costs $45 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Erie?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Chicago to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Erie bus from?

Chicago to Erie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Erie train from?

Chicago to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Erie?

The best way to get from Chicago to Erie is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $50 - $330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $180 and takes 8h 48m, you could also bus, which costs $40 - $130 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Chicago to Erie bus arrive?

Chicago to Erie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Erie?

Erie is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 8:48 PM in Chicago and 9:48 PM in Erie.

Where does the Chicago to Erie train arrive?

Chicago to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Erie Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Erie is 446 miles. It takes approximately 7h 30m to drive from Chicago to Erie.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Erie?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Erie?

Book your Chicago to Erie bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 66+ hotels available in Erie.

Chicago to Erie - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Erie by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane ORD - ERI
4h 16m
$54–327
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Erie, PAbus Cinncinati,OH-Buffalo
9h 45m
$43–125
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 48m
$45–180
Drive 443.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Eriecar 443.2 mi
7h 30m
$81–117

Chicago to Erie by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

8h 48mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 422.3 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Erie International Airport (ERI) twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Erie Station twice daily. Tickets cost $45–180 and the journey takes 8h 48m.

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