How far is Erie from Philadelphia by coach?

The distance between Philadelphia and Erie by coach is approximately 297 miles (479 km).

Is there a way to reach Erie from Philadelphia without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Philadelphia to Erie from £56 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Erie on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	14h 35m	09:40	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	199 Spring Garden St.	13h 40m	09:40	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	14h 55m	11:25	Erie Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	21h 55m	21:25	Erie Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:45	199 Spring Garden St.	21h 40m	21:25	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

15h 20mAverage duration

298 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£61 - £166	Average duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£92 - £937	Average duration13h 38m	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

3.5/587,391 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,411 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

How far is Erie from Philadelphia by coach?
The distance between Philadelphia and Erie by coach is approximately 297 miles (479 km).
Is there a way to reach Erie from Philadelphia without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

21/11

£76

22/11

£66

Today

£70

24/11

£76

25/11

£87

26/11

£83

27/11

No data

28/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Erie was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £66

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 £66 to £89 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 £76, which is on 2025-11-24.