Find coaches from Chicago to Erie

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Erie on 10 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Greyhound Station
Erie Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Erie Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Erie Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Erie

Bus
Average priceUS$44 - US$234Average duration15h 15m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$49 - US$172Average duration8h 48m
57kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Erie

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 8 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just US$49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
8h 48mAverage duration
US$49Cheapest ticket
57kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Erie: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$79
Average bus trip duration15h 15m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure10:00
Distance388 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

Chicago to Erie Bus

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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.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Erie

  1. How far is Erie from Chicago by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Erie by coach is approximately 389 miles (627 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Erie from Chicago without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07/10
US$88
08/10
US$69
Today
US$87
10/10
US$125
11/10
US$66
12/10
US$74
13/10
US$64
14/10
US$63
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Erie was searched and found on 14 Oct 2025 with a price of US$63

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.

You can expect to pay from US$63 to US$125 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$63, which is on 2025-10-14.

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.

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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?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

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Train from Chicago to Erie

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