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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Erie is to bus which costs $60 - $95 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Erie is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs $75 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Erie. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Erie via Columbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Indianapolis and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Indianapolis to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Erie Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 48m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Erie?

The distance between Indianapolis and Erie is 424 miles. The road distance is 408.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Erie without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 42m and costs $65 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Indianapolis to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Erie bus from?

Indianapolis to Erie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Where do I catch the Indianapolis to Erie train from?

Indianapolis to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Indianapolis station.

Train, bus or fly from Indianapolis to Erie?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Erie is to train which takes 14h 48m and costs $140 - $380. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $470 and takes 6h 43m, you could also bus, which costs $60 - $95 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Erie bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Erie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Columbus station.

Where does the Indianapolis to Erie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Erie is 408 miles. It takes approximately 7h 6m to drive from Indianapolis to Erie.

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

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

Book your Indianapolis to Erie bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 66+ hotels available in Erie.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Toledobus Cincinnati / ...
2. Take the train from Toledo to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 42m
$67–180
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Columbusbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Eriebus FlixBus 2526
8h 50m
$62–95
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
14h 48m
$148–374
Drive 406 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Eriecar 406 mi
7h 6m
$75–107
Fly
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane IND - ERI
6h 43m
$79–464
Bus via Brook Park (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Eriebus
11h 15m
$69–114

Indianapolis to Erie by bus and train

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8h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 421.4 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Indianapolis to Erie Station via Chicago Union Station in around 14h 48m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Erie International Airport (ERI) every 4 hours.

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