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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Erie is to bus via Dayton which costs $85 - $180 and takes 14h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Erie is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $80 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Champaign and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Champaign to Erie. However, there are services departing from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr and arriving at Erie, PA via Chicago and Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Champaign to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Erie Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

How far is it from Champaign to Erie?

The distance between Champaign and Erie is 461 miles. The road distance is 511.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Erie without a car is to train which takes 12h 24m and costs $180 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Champaign to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Erie bus from?

Champaign to Erie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Erie train from?

Champaign to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.

Train, bus or fly from Champaign to Erie?

The best way to get from Champaign to Erie is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $80 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $380 and takes 12h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $80 - $190 and takes 13h.

Where does the Champaign to Erie bus arrive?

Champaign to Erie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Champaign and Erie?

Erie is 1h ahead of Champaign. It is currently 7:31 PM in Champaign and 8:31 PM in Erie.

Where does the Champaign to Erie train arrive?

Champaign to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Champaign to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Erie is 511 miles. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Champaign to Erie.

How do I get a train ticket from Champaign to Erie?

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Where can I stay near Erie?

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There are 5 ways to get from Champaign to Erie by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
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1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane CMI - ERI
7h 26m
$80–374
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Chicago Union Stationtrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
12h 24m
$182–373
Bus
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Clevelandbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Erie, PAbus
13h
$84–185
Drive 508.4 mi
1. Drive from Champaign to Eriecar 508.4 mi
9h 12m
$93–134
Bus via Dayton (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Eriebus
14h 10m
$87–174

Champaign to Erie by train (Amtrak)

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12h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 458.2 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

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

American Airlines flies from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Erie International Airport (ERI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Champaign-Urbana to Erie Station via Chicago Union Station in around 12h 24m.

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