How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Erie?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Erie start from $111. The average price for this route is around $168. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Erie?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Erie is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 483 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Erie route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Erie?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Erie at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Erie?

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Erie generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Erie?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Erie?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Erie?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Erie?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Erie from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Erie on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	17h 20m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	13h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 20m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Erie on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	13h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 10m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 55m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 20m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	15h 5m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Erie on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:25pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	20h 15m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	13h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 55m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 20m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Erie on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:10am	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	1d 2h	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	13h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 55m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 20m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Erie on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	13h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	14h 55m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	15h 20m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	15h 5m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:12 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Erie

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

15h 20mAverage Duration

483 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $387	Average Duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$141 - $1,041	Average Duration13h 52m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Erie?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Erie

A
Erie Bus Station
208 E Bayfront Pkwy, Erie, PA 16507

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,488 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,954 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Erie by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Erie?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Erie start from $111. The average price for this route is around $168. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Erie?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Erie is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 483 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Erie route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Erie?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Erie at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Erie?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Erie generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Erie?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Erie?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Erie?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Erie?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-05

$182

01-06

$156

Today

$111

01-08

$129

01-09

$132

01-10

$124

01-11

No data

01-12

$115

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Erie was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $111

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $111 to $186 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $115 which is on 2026-01-12.