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Trip Overview

The average train between Elgin and Erie takes 11h 20m and the fastest train takes 10h 8m. There is at least one train per day from Elgin to Erie. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 20m
Duration
471 mi
Distance
$286
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Elgin to Erie train times

Trains run once daily between Elgin and Erie. The earliest departure is at 6:28 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Elgin is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Erie at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak11h 50m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    MetraAmtrak11h 50m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak11h 50m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak11h 50m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak11h 50m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak10h 8m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak10h 8m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Elgin to Erie? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 470.5 mi
  • Duration: 11h 20m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Elgin to Erie Station via Chicago Union Station in around 11h 5m.

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