What is the cheapest way to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge is to bus which costs $17 - $70 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Erie and Rainbow Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Erie to Rainbow Bridge. However, there are services departing from Erie and arriving at Rainbow Boulevard & 1st Street via Ellicott Street & MTC Static. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Erie and Rainbow Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Erie station to Rainbow Bridge. However, there are services departing from Erie Station and arriving at Niagara Falls via Buffalo Depew Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Erie to Rainbow Bridge?

The distance between Erie and Rainbow Bridge is 186 km. The road distance is 182.2 km.

How do I travel from Erie to Rainbow Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge without a car is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs $17 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erie to Rainbow Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Erie to Rainbow Bridge train from?

Erie to Rainbow Bridge train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Erie Station.

Train or bus from Erie to Rainbow Bridge?

The best way to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs $17 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $300 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Erie to Rainbow Bridge bus arrive?

Erie to Rainbow Bridge bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

Where does the Erie to Rainbow Bridge train arrive?

Erie to Rainbow Bridge train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Buffalo Depew Station.

Can I drive from Erie to Rainbow Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Erie to Rainbow Bridge is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Erie to Rainbow Bridge.

Where can I stay near Rainbow Bridge?

There are 762+ hotels available in Rainbow Bridge.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Erie to Rainbow Bridge by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Erie to Buffalobus Greyhound US0170
2. Take the bus from Ellicott Street & MTC Static to Rainbow Boulevard & 1st Streetbus 40 / ...
3h 27m
$17–67
Train
1. Take the train from Erie Station to Buffalo Depew Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Niagara Fallstrain Maple Leaf
4h 30m
$56–298
Drive 182.2 km
1. Drive from Erie to Rainbow Bridgecar 182.2 km
2h 11m
$29–42

Erie to Rainbow Bridge by train, bus, and foot

14Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.4 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Erie, PA, USA and Rainbow Bridge, ON, Canada?

You can take a bus from Erie to Rainbow Bridge via Buffalo, Ellicott Street & MTC Static, and Rainbow Boulevard & 1st Street in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Erie Station to Rainbow Bridge via Buffalo Depew Station, Niagara Falls, Go/Via/Bus Station - South, and Bird Kingdom in around 4h 30m.

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