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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
14 h 40 m
Average duration
16 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
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 $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 3 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Erie, PA on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 478 km distance in an average of 16 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 19 h 40 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 €52. 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 €52, and a train costs an average of €112.
Distance: 297 miles (478 km)
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€89 Average price Cheapest | €284 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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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Erie, PA buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:30 PM Philadelphia, PA | 17h10 | 1:40 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 10 times per day, taking around 12h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 297 miles (478 km) distance in 14h 40m.
Distance 297 miles (478 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 14h 40m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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 $64 (€52). 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.
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- 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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