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

The cheapest way to get from Painesville to Erie is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Painesville to Erie is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct train between Painesville and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Painesville to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Cleveland Amtrak and arriving at Erie Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Painesville to Erie?

The distance between Painesville and Erie is 126 miles. The road distance is 72.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Painesville to Erie without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Painesville to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Painesville to Erie train from?

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

Where does the Painesville to Erie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Painesville to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Painesville to Erie is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Painesville to Erie.

Where can I stay near Erie?

There are 69+ hotels available in Erie.

Painesville to Erie - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and line 11 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Painesville to Erie by train (Amtrak), bus, train, subway, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
3h 19m
$69–105
Drive 71.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Painesville to Eriecar 71.8 mi
1h 24m
$14–19
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wood St. & Sterling Ave. to Lakeland Transit Centerbus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
4h 56m
$53–88
Line 1 bus, line 11 bus, subway, bus
1. Take the bus from Wood St. & Sterling Ave. to Lakeland Transit Centerbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lakeland Transit Center Pnr to W. 3Rd St. & W. Prospect Ave.bus 11
3. Take the subway from Tower City Station Track 8 to Brookpark Stationsubway Rl
4. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Eriebus
5h 53m
$26–41

Painesville to Erie by bus, foot, and train

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4h 56mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Station twice daily. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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