Next departures for Erie to Chicago on November 21
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Erie Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
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Erie Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Erie Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Erie Bus Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Erie Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Erie to Chicago on November 22
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Erie Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
Cheapest
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Erie Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
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Erie Bus Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Erie Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Erie Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Erie to Chicago on November 25
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Erie Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Erie Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Erie Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Erie Bus Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Erie Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Erie to Chicago on November 26
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Erie Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Cheapest
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Erie Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Erie Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
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Erie Bus Station
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
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Erie Bus Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Compare 2 ways to go from Erie to Chicago
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 18 hours and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Erie to Chicago by bus
How far is Erie from Chicago?
About 389 miles (627 km) separate Erie and Chicago.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Erie to Chicago?
Most of the buses traveling from Erie to Chicago leave from Erie Bus Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Science and Industry, Shedd Aquarium, Robie House, Brookfield Zoo and Lake Michigan.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/18
$66
11/19
$65
Today
$65
11/21
$65
11/22
$73
11/23
$69
11/24
$73
11/25
$113
The cheapest trip from Erie to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $65
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 $65 to $246 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 $65 which is on 2025-11-21.
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 Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $65
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
