Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 18 hours, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 87492 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $74
Based on 11983 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $89
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erie to Chicago by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Erie to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Erie to Chicago start from $74. The average price for this route is around $103. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Erie to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Erie to Chicago is 18h, covering a distance of 626 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Erie to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Erie to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Erie to Chicago at 9:50am. And the latest bus departs at 12:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Erie to Chicago?
A bus trip from Erie to Chicago generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Erie to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Erie to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Erie to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Erie to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
01-07
$103
01-08
$102
Today
$116
01-10
$104
01-11
$95
01-12
$76
01-13
$87
01-14
$80
The cheapest trip from Erie to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $76
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Erie to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $153 for a bus ticket from Erie to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2026-01-12.
What's the cheapest way to go from Erie to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Erie to Chicago was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $76
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
