How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Erie?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Erie start from £105. The average price for this train route is around £230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Erie?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Erie is 13h 52m, covering a distance of 296 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Erie route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Erie departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 13:20.

Train Philadelphia to Erie from £128 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Erie on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:18	30th Street Station	13h 52m	02:10	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	13:20	30th Street Station	12h 50m	02:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:25	30th Street Station	14h 45m	02:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:25	30th Street Station	14h 45m	02:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:18	30th Street Station	13h 52m	02:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Erie on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:00	30th Street Station	14h 10m	02:10	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	13:20	30th Street Station	12h 50m	02:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:55	30th Street Station	16h 15m	02:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:18	30th Street Station	13h 52m	02:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:00	30th Street Station	14h 10m	02:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Erie on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	13h 38m	02:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	13h 38m	02:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	13h 38m	02:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Erie on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	13h 38m	02:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	13h 38m	02:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:32	30th Street Station	13h 38m	02:10	Union Station	No tags

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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 £62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

15h 20mAverage duration

298 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£62 - £273	Average duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£105 - £764	Average duration13h 52m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £105

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Erie?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Erie start from £105. The average price for this train route is around £230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Erie?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Erie is 13h 52m, covering a distance of 296 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Erie route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Erie?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Erie departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 13:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£246

10/12

£203

Today

£203

12/12

£295

13/12

£182

14/12

£261

15/12

£246

16/12

£200

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Erie was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £182

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

You can expect to pay from £182 to £737 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £182, which is on 2025-12-13.