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Cheapest trips
Fastest trips
10:25PM
14h45m
2:10PM
Chicago - Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
Erie - Erie Bus Station
Cheapest
10:35PM
14h35m
2:10PM
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
2nd Cheapest
Erie - Erie Bus Station
2nd Cheapest
10:50PM
14h20m
2:10PM
Chicago - Union Station
Fastest
Erie - Erie Bus Station
Fastest
4:30PM
18h29m
11:59AM
Chicago - Downtown Greyhound Station
Erie - Erie Bus Station
2:35PM
20h24m
11:59AM
Chicago - Union Station
Erie - Erie Bus Station
Bus Chicago to Erie: Trip Overview

Bus Chicago to Erie: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$82
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 45m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure2:00 AM
Distance625 km
Latest bus departure11:05 PM

Chicago to Erie Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Chicago to Erie is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Chicago to Erie from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Erie from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses7
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:00AM - 11:05PM
Minimum PriceUS$76
Average Ticket PriceUS$82
Minimum Trip Duration11h10m
Average Bus Trip Duration14h45m
Distance625 km
Bus companies on this routeGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Erie

The average bus ticket price from Chicago to Erie is US$82. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Erie is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Chicago and Erie is around 14h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 10m.This is the time it takes to travel the 627 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Chicago to Erie can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Erie by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Chicago to Erie, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

Buses travelling between Chicago and Erie leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Union Station and arrive at Erie Bus Station.

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Erie was searched and found on Apr 21, 2024 with a price of US$56

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Erie, as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Erie.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Erie, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chicago to Erie.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Erie.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Erie?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time14h 45mAvg PriceUS$82Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time8h 48mAvg PriceUS$100Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Chicago and Erie is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$82 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$53. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Erie, choose the bus, as it will take you from Chicago to Erie in about 8h 48m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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Bus from Erie to Chicago

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Train from Chicago to Erie

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