What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Erie?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Erie is to bus which costs $30 - $120 and takes 7h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Erie?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Erie is to fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $90 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend to Erie. However, there are services departing from South Bend, IN and arriving at Erie, PA via Cleveland, OH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between South Bend and Erie?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Bend Station station and arriving at Erie Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from South Bend to Erie?

The distance between South Bend and Erie is 353 miles. The road distance is 356.5 miles.

How do I travel from South Bend to Erie without a car?

The best way to get from South Bend to Erie without a car is to train which takes 7h 19m and costs $110 - $230.

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Erie?

The train from South Bend Station to Erie Station takes 7h 19m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Erie bus from?

South Bend to Erie bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from South Bend, IN station.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Erie train from?

South Bend to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from South Bend Station.

Train, bus or fly from South Bend to Erie?

The best way to get from South Bend to Erie is to train which takes 7h 19m and costs $110 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $120 and takes 7h 40m, you could also fly, which costs $90 - $450 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the South Bend to Erie bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Bend to Erie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Bend to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Erie is 356 miles. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from South Bend to Erie.

How do I get a train ticket from South Bend to Erie?

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How do I get a bus ticket from South Bend to Erie?

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Where can I stay near Erie?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
7h 19m
$110–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to Clevelandbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Erie, PAbus Cinncinati,OH-Buffalo
7h 40m
$34–111
Drive 354.4 mi
1. Drive from South Bend to Eriecar 354.4 mi
6h 1m
$65–94
Fly from South Bend
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane SBN - ERI
5h 37m
$91–449
Bus via Brook Park (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from South Bend Transpo to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Eriebus Greyhound US0170
8h 10m
$59–112
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane ORD - ERI
6h 56m
$81–371

South Bend to Erie by train (Amtrak)

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7h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 350.6 mi
Duration: 7h 19m

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

Amtrak operates a train from South Bend Station to Erie Station twice daily. Tickets cost $110–230 and the journey takes 7h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Bend, IN to Erie, PA via Cleveland, OH in around 7h 40m.

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