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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
13 h 50 m
Average duration
13 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
478 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Of the 1 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Erie, PA on Sat, Mar 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 478 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 50 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 13 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $88. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, and a train costs an average of $145.
Distance: 297 miles (478 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$151 Average price Cheapest | $309 Average price |
12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration Fastest 11h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $236 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $193 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus+ | 10:45 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 14h55 | 1:40 PM Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 2 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined | 11:00 PM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 14h40 | 1:40 PM Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
| undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:00 AM Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South), PA | 13h40 | 1:40 PM Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 2 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:30 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 15h20 | 3:50 PM Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+undefined · undefined | 2:00 AM Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA | 13h50 | 3:50 PM Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 2 transfers | |
| 3:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 13h50 | 4:50 PM Erie, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $88 (€72) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 297 miles (478 km) distance in 13h 40m.
Distance 297 miles (478 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€72) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 13h 40m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $88 (€72). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Erie, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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