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

The cheapest way to get from Erie to Athens is to bus which costs $35 - $60 and takes 8h 55m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Erie and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Erie to Athens. However, there are services departing from Erie and arriving at Athens via Brookpark Rd & Henry Ford Blvd and Brook Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Erie to Athens?

The distance between Erie and Athens is 313 miles. The road distance is 271.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Erie to Athens without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 49m and costs $45 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Erie to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erie to Athens bus from?

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

Where does the Erie to Athens bus arrive?

Erie to Athens bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

Can I drive from Erie to Athens?

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

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 27+ hotels available in Athens.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Erie Station to Cleveland Amtraktrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Cleveland to Athensbus Route C SB
7h 49m
$49–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Erie to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0170
2. Take the bus from Brook Park to Athensbus Route C SB
8h 55m
$37–58
Drive 270.4 mi
1. Drive from Erie to Athenscar 270.4 mi
5h 30m
$50–72

Erie to Athens by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

7h 49mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 311.1 mi
Duration: 7h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Erie to Athens via Cleveland Bus Station, Brookpark Rd & Henry Ford Blvd, 13311 Brookpark Rd, and Brook Park in around 8h 55m.

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