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 $55 - $95 and takes 8h 10m.

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 32m and costs $70 - $380.

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 Transpo and arriving at Erie via Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

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 $190 - $300.

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 Greyhound USA, depart from South Bend Transpo 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 $190 - $300. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $70 - $380 and takes 5h 32m, you could also bus, which costs $55 - $95 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the South Bend to Erie bus arrive?

South Bend to Erie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus 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, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
7h 19m
$190–300
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
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
$59–93
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Bend to Clevelandbus Bsb 26
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 6m
$78–149
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 32m
$71–379
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 58m
$98–371

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 $190–300 and the journey takes 7h 19m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from South Bend (SBN) to Erie International Airport (ERI) every 4 hours.

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