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

The cheapest way to get from Evanston to Erie is to bus which costs $40 - $130 and takes 11h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Evanston to Erie is to subway and fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $55 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Evanston and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Evanston to Erie. However, there are services departing from Paulina & Howard Terminal and arriving at Erie, PA via Michigan & Washington, Chicago Bus Station and Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Evanston and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Evanston to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Evanston and arriving at Erie Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Evanston to Erie?

The distance between Evanston and Erie is 436 miles. The road distance is 458.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Evanston to Erie without a car is to train which takes 10h 23m and costs $45 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Evanston to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Evanston to Erie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Evanston to Erie train from?

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

Train or bus from Evanston to Erie?

The best way to get from Evanston to Erie is to train which takes 10h 23m and costs $45 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $130 and takes 11h 55m.

Where does the Evanston to Erie bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Evanston and Erie?

Erie is 1h ahead of Evanston. It is currently 11:39 PM in Evanston and 12:39 AM in Erie.

Where does the Evanston to Erie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Evanston to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Evanston to Erie is 458 miles. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Evanston to Erie.

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 66+ hotels available in Erie.

Evanston to Erie - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Evanston to Erie by subway, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or train

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

Subway, fly to Erie International Airport
best
1. Take the subway from Main to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane ORD - ERI
4h 49m
$56–332
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
11h 55m
$41–127
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
10h 23m
$49–185
Drive 455.8 mi
1. Drive from Evanston to Eriecar 455.8 mi
7h 48m
$84–121
Subway, fly to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, train
1. Take the subway from Main to Clark/Lakesubway
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane ORD - CLE
3. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain
7h 8m
$160–553

Evanston to Erie by train and foot (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

10h 23mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 433.3 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Erie Station twice daily. Tickets cost $45–180 and the journey takes 8h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paulina & Howard Terminal to Erie, PA via Michigan & Washington, Harrison & Jefferson, Chicago Bus Station, Cleveland Bus Station, and Cleveland, OH in around 11h 55m.

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