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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€72
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€76
Fastest journey on Aug 30
10 h
Average journey duration on Aug 30
14 h 42 m
Buses on Aug 30
3
Distance
442 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Erie, PA will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Erie, PA without transferring at least once.
FlixBus+
· 6:45 PM17h05Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station11:50 AMErie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA€721One-way2 transfers- · 1:50 AM10h00Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station11:50 AMErie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA€731One-way1 transfer
- · · 4:40 PM17h00Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station9:40 AMErie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA€831One-way2 transfers
- · 1:50 AM10h00Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station11:50 AMErie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA€731One-way1 transfer
- · · 4:40 PM17h00Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station9:40 AMErie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA€831One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus+ · 6:45 PM17h05Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station11:50 AMErie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA€721One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Erie, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €66, while a flight costs an average of €274.
Distance: 274 miles (442 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€66 Average price Cheapest | €274 Average price | €219 Average price | €91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 5m Average total duration 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 25m Average total duration 16h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Erie, PA:
A bus is €153 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Erie, PA costing on average €219.
A bus is €208 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Erie, PA costing on average €274.
Other travel options to Erie, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 35m.
Train takes on average 16h 55m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Washington, DC to Erie, PA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €55 |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Erie, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Erie, PA buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +FlixBus+ | 6:55 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 16h55 | 11:50 AM Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
| · | 1:50 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h00 | 11:50 AM Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 1 transfer | |
| · · | 4:40 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 17h00 | 9:40 AM Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
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Buses from Washington, DC to Erie, PA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €51 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 274 miles (442 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 274 miles (442 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Washington, DC to Erie, PAYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Erie, PA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as €51. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Most Washington, DC to Erie, PA buses use the Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station to Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Erie, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do buses to Erie, PA leave from?
Getting to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station from Washington city centre
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station bus station facilities and services
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) from Washington city centre
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) is 1 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) bus station facilities and services
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW). ATMs are available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW): Sidewalks and crosswalks are wheelchair accessible.
Which Erie, PA station do buses from Washington, DC arrive at?
Getting to Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) from Erie city centre
Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) bus station facilities and services
Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fast food options available nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erie, E Bayfront Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible entrances.
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