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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Erie is to bus via Cleveland which costs $23 - $95 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Erie is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Erie?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Columbus - Mound St and arriving at Erie, PA. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Columbus to Erie?

The distance between Columbus and Erie is 245 miles. The road distance is 237.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbus to Erie without a car is to bus via Cleveland which takes 4h 45m and costs $23 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Columbus to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Erie bus from?

Columbus to Erie bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Columbus - Downtown - Mound St station.

Bus or fly from Columbus to Erie?

The best way to get from Columbus to Erie is to bus via Cleveland which takes 4h 45m and costs $23 - $95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $550 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Columbus to Erie bus arrive?

Columbus to Erie bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Cleveland Ohio Greyhound Station.

Can I drive from Columbus to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Erie is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Columbus to Erie.

How do I get a bus ticket from Columbus to Erie?

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Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 66+ hotels available in Erie.

Columbus to Erie - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbus to Erie by bus, car, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Cleveland
best
1. Take the bus from Columbus - Downtown - Mound St to Cleveland Ohio Greyhound Stationbus Louisville / ...
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Erie, PAbus Cinncinati,OH-Buffalo
4h 45m
$23–94
Drive 236.5 mi
1. Drive from Columbus to Eriecar 236.5 mi
4h 5m
$44–63
Fly
1. Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane CMH - ERI
7h 44m
$99–505
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Columbus - Downtown - Mound St to Cleveland Ohio Greyhound Stationbus Louisville / ...
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
5h 20m
$47–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbus - Mound St to Erie, PAbus Cinncinati,OH-Buffalo
5h 40m
$26–70
Bus via Brook Park (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0105
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Eriebus Greyhound US0170
6h
$41–79

Columbus to Erie by bus

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.2 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Columbus - Downtown - Mound St to Erie, PA via Cleveland, OH in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Erie International Airport (ERI) 5 times a day.

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