How much does a train ticket cost from Erie to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from Erie to Chicago start from £38. The average price for this train route is around £77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Erie to Chicago?

The average train journey time from Erie to Chicago is 8h 56m, covering a distance of 388 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 56m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Erie to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erie to Chicago?

The earliest train from Erie to Chicago departs at 02:16. And the latest train departs at 02:16.

Train Erie to Chicago from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Erie to Chicago on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Chicago on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Chicago on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
	Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Chicago on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Chicago on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Chicago on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	02:16	Union Station	8h 56m	10:12	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Erie to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

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 £42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

18hAverage duration

388 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£42 - £155	Average duration18h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£38 - £132	Average duration8h 56m	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £38

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erie to Chicago by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Erie to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from Erie to Chicago start from £38. The average price for this train route is around £77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Erie to Chicago?
The average train journey time from Erie to Chicago is 8h 56m, covering a distance of 388 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Erie to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erie to Chicago?
The earliest train from Erie to Chicago departs at 02:16. And the latest train departs at 02:16.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£73

11/12

£87

Today

£127

13/12

£127

14/12

£73

15/12

£106

16/12

£106

17/12

£87

The cheapest trip from Erie to Chicago was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £73

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

You can expect to pay from £73 to £950 for a train ticket from Erie to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £73, which is on 2025-12-14.