Bus from Erie to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Erie to Philadelphia on 26 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Erie Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Erie Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Erie Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Erie Bus Station
Cherry Hill MallNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Erie Bus Station
Schuylkill & WalnutNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Erie to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 028, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
19h 10mAverage duration
490 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 028 - R 4 974Average duration19h 10m
12kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 400 - R 22 124Average duration14h 31m
43kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Erie to Philadelphia start at R 1 028. The average price for this route is around R 1 768. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Erie to Philadelphia is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 490 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Erie to Philadelphia?

    The earliest bus departs from Erie to Philadelphia at 12:40. And the latest bus departs at 14:20.

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

    A bus trip from Erie to Philadelphia produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

    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 87435 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Erie to Philadelphia?

    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 Erie to Philadelphia?

    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
23/12
R 1 965
24/12
R 1 999
Today
R 1 888
26/12
R 2 119
27/12
R 2 033
28/12
R 2 247
29/12
R 1 811
30/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Erie to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 811

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 811 to R 3 349 for a bus ticket from Erie to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 811, which is on 2025-12-29.

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