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

The cheapest way to get from Erie to Springfield is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erie to Springfield is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $95 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Erie and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Erie to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Erie and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center via Cleveland Bus Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Erie and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Erie station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Erie Station and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 51m.

How far is it from Erie to Springfield?

The distance between Erie and Springfield is 540 miles. The road distance is 597.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Erie to Springfield without a car is to train which takes 12h 51m and costs $85 - $410.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Erie to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erie to Springfield bus from?

Erie to Springfield bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Erie station.

Where do I catch the Erie to Springfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Erie to Springfield?

The best way to get from Erie to Springfield is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $95 - $470. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $410 and takes 12h 51m, you could also bus, which costs $80 - $190 and takes 15h 30m.

Where does the Erie to Springfield bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Erie and Springfield?

Springfield is 1h behind Erie. It is currently 7:17 AM in Erie and 6:17 AM in Springfield.

Where does the Erie to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erie to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Erie to Springfield is 598 miles. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Erie to Springfield.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 46+ hotels available in Springfield.

Erie to Springfield - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Erie to Springfield by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or taxi

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Fly to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Erie International Airport (ERI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)plane ERI - SPI
6h 18m
$96–469
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Erie to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
15h 30m
$83–186
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Erie Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
12h 51m
$87–405
Drive 594.3 mi
1. Drive from Erie to Springfieldcar 594.3 mi
10h 33m
$109–157
Fly to Decatur Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Erie International Airport (ERI) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane ERI - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Springfieldtaxi
10h 42m
$172–492

Erie to Springfield by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

12h 51mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Erie to Springfield.

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Distance: 537.2 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Erie International Airport (ERI) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Erie Station to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 12h 51m.

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