What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Erie?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Erie is to bus which costs $28 - $120 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Erie?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Erie is to drive which takes 5h 30m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Erie. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Erie, PA via Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Athens to Erie?

The distance between Athens and Erie is 317 miles. The road distance is 272.2 miles.

How do I travel from Athens to Erie without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Erie without a car is to bus which takes 7h 10m and costs $28 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Erie?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Athens to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Erie bus from?

Athens to Erie bus services, operated by GoBus, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Erie bus arrive?

Athens to Erie bus services, operated by GoBus, arrive at Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron station.

Can I drive from Athens to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Erie is 272 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Athens to Erie.

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 66+ hotels available in Erie.

Athens to Erie - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Athens to Erie by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Athens to Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akronbus Route C NB
2. Take the bus from Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron to Erie, PAbus Cinncinati,OH-Buffalo
7h 10m
$28–119
Drive 270.6 mi
1. Drive from Athens to Eriecar 270.6 mi
5h 30m
$50–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athens to Clevelandbus Route C NB
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
7h 35m
$50–148

Athens to Erie by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 10mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 314.8 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Athens, OH, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Athens to Erie, PA via Robert K Pfaff Transit Center - Akron in around 7h 10m.

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