Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Erie: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Erie on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Erie Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Schuylkill & Walnut
Erie Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Erie Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Erie Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Erie Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:11 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
15h 20mAverage Duration
483 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$111 - $507Average Duration15h 20m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$183 - $1,713Average Duration13h 38m
43kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Erie?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Erie start from $111. The average price for this route is around $166. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Erie?

    The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Erie is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 483 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Erie route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Erie?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Erie at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Erie?

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Erie generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Erie?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Erie?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Erie?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Erie?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-28
$183
11-29
$365
Today
$350
12-01
$224
12-02
$134
12-03
$107
12-04
$102
12-05
$107
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Erie was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $102

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 $102 to $446 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 $102 which is on 2025-12-04.

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