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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Erie is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Erie is to fly which takes 9h 13m and costs $80 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Erie?

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

Is there a direct train between Springfield and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Springfield to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Erie Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 2m.

How far is it from Springfield to Erie?

The distance between Springfield and Erie is 622 miles. The road distance is 596.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Erie without a car is to train which takes 13h 2m and costs $340 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 13h 2m to get from Springfield to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Erie bus from?

Springfield to Erie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where do I catch the Springfield to Erie train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Springfield to Erie?

The best way to get from Springfield to Erie is to train which takes 13h 2m and costs $340 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $170 and takes 15h 15m, you could also fly, which costs $80 - $390 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Springfield to Erie bus arrive?

Springfield to Erie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Erie?

Erie is 1h ahead of Springfield. It is currently 11:49 AM in Springfield and 12:49 PM in Erie.

Where does the Springfield to Erie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Erie is 596 miles. It takes approximately 10h 38m to drive from Springfield to Erie.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 68+ hotels available in Erie.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
13h 2m
$342–527
Fly
cheapest
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane SPI - ERI
9h 13m
$81–389
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Eriebus
15h 15m
$113–170
Drive 592.9 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Eriecar 592.9 mi
10h 38m
$109–157

Springfield to Erie by train (Amtrak)

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13h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 618.6 mi
Duration: 13h 2m

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

You can take a train from Springfield to Erie Station via Chicago Union Station in around 13h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Erie via Chicago Bus Station and Cleveland Bus Station in around 15h 15m.

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