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

The cheapest way to get from Lima to Erie is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lima to Erie is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lima and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Lima to Erie. However, there are services departing from Geneseo and arriving at Erie via Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lima and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Lima to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Erie Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Lima to Erie?

The distance between Lima and Erie is 174 miles. The road distance is 150.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lima to Erie without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $110 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Lima to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lima to Erie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lima to Erie train from?

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

Train or bus from Lima to Erie?

The best way to get from Lima to Erie is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $110 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Lima to Erie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lima to Erie train arrive?

Lima to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Erie Station.

Can I drive from Lima to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Lima to Erie is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Lima to Erie.

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 66+ hotels available in Erie.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
3h 14m
$112–190
Drive 149.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lima to Eriecar 149.7 mi
3h 8m
$28–40
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Geneseo to Buffalobus Greyhound US0205
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Eriebus Greyhound US0170
4h 30m
$78–112

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Distance: 172.5 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Lima, NY, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Rochester to Erie Station twice daily. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lima to Erie via Geneseo and Buffalo in around 4h 30m.

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