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

The cheapest way to get from Joliet to Erie is to train and bus which costs $70 - $120 and takes 12h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joliet to Erie is to train and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $55 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Joliet and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Joliet station to Erie. However, there are services departing from Joliet Union Station and arriving at Erie, PA via Herion Way at Wheeler, Midway Orange Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Chicago and Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Joliet and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Joliet to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Joliet and arriving at Erie Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Joliet to Erie?

The distance between Joliet and Erie is 466 miles. The road distance is 457.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Joliet to Erie without a car is to train which takes 11h 9m and costs $100 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Joliet to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Erie bus from?

Joliet to Erie bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Chicago station.

Where do I catch the Joliet to Erie train from?

Joliet to Erie train services, operated by Metra, depart from Joliet station.

Train or bus from Joliet to Erie?

The best way to get from Joliet to Erie is to train which takes 11h 9m and costs $100 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $140 and takes 14h 14m.

Where does the Joliet to Erie bus arrive?

Joliet to Erie bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Cleveland station.

What is the time difference between Joliet and Erie?

Erie is 1h ahead of Joliet. It is currently 3:40 AM in Joliet and 4:40 AM in Erie.

Where does the Joliet to Erie train arrive?

Joliet to Erie train services, operated by Metra, arrive at LaSalle Street station.

Can I drive from Joliet to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Joliet to Erie is 458 miles. It takes approximately 7h 47m to drive from Joliet to Erie.

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

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Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 66+ hotels available in Erie.

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There are 7 ways to get from Joliet to Erie by train, plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Erie International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane ORD - ERI
5h 33m
$55–314
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Clevelandbus Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Erie, PAbus Cinncinati,OH-Buffalo
14h 14m
$49–138
Train
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
11h 9m
$106–257
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain Ri
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Eriebus
12h 30m
$73–120
Drive 454.9 mi
1. Drive from Joliet to Eriecar 454.9 mi
7h 47m
$83–120
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Joliet to LaSalle Streettrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane ORD - CLE
3. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain
7h 51m
$394–870
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Joliet Gateway Center to Summit Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane MDW - CLE
3. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain
7h 5m
$109–617

Joliet to Erie by train and foot

14Weekly Services

11h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 463 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Joliet to Erie Station via LaSalle Street and Chicago Union Station in around 11h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joliet Union Station to Erie, PA via Herion Way at Wheeler, Midway Orange Line Station, Cicero & 24th Place, Cicero & 24th Place Terminal, Jefferson & Harrison, Chicago, and Cleveland, OH in around 14h 14m.

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