How much is the bus ticket from Erie to Philadelphia?

The cheapest coach tickets from Erie to Philadelphia start from £47. The average price for this route is around £79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Erie to Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Erie to Philadelphia is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 304 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Erie to Philadelphia route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Erie to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Erie to Philadelphia at 12:40. And the latest bus departs at 14:20.

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

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

Which is the best bus company from Erie to Philadelphia?

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 87412 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Erie to Philadelphia?

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 Erie to Philadelphia?

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 Erie to Philadelphia from £41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Erie to Philadelphia on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	03:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	1d	15:10	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Philadelphia on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	03:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	1d	15:10	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Philadelphia on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	1d	14:30	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	03:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Philadelphia on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	03:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	21h 20m	11:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Philadelphia on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	03:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	21h 20m	11:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Erie to Philadelphia on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	21h 55m	12:15	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	03:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:20	Erie Bus Station	20h 20m	10:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Erie to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

19h 10mAverage duration

304 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£47 - £212	Average duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£63 - £1,059	Average duration14h 31m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Erie and Philadelphia?

Stops in Erie

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

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,614 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Erie to Philadelphia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Erie to Philadelphia start from £47. The average price for this route is around £79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Erie to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Erie to Philadelphia is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 304 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Erie to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Erie to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Erie to Philadelphia at 12:40. And the latest bus departs at 14:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Erie to Philadelphia?
A bus journey from Erie to Philadelphia produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Erie to Philadelphia?
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 87412 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Erie to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Erie to Philadelphia?
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 Erie to Philadelphia?
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

12/12

£133

13/12

£90

Today

£88

15/12

£81

16/12

£64

17/12

£64

18/12

£57

19/12

£89

The cheapest trip from Erie to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £57

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

You can expect to pay from £57 to £162 for a bus ticket from Erie to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £57, which is on 2025-12-18.