How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Erie?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Erie start from $61. The average price for this route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Erie?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Erie is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 276 miles (445 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Erie route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Erie?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Erie at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Erie?

A bus trip from Washington to Erie generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Washington 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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Erie?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Erie?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington 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.

Bus Washington to Erie from $54 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Erie on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	10h 50m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:40pm	Union Station	17h	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	17h 20m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:00pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	18h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:45pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h 55m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Erie on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	10h 50m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00pm	Union Station	16h 40m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:45pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h 55m	9:40am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	17h 20m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:40pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	17h 10m	11:50am	Erie Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:42 PM EST.

Get from Washington to Erie

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

17h 20mAverage Duration

276 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Erie?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Erie

A
Erie Bus Station
208 E Bayfront Pkwy, Erie, PA 16507

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,488 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Washington Erie recent customer reviews

They cancelled the trip at the last minute, causing multiple problems for me and my family. Very angry.

Roberto P.

March 13, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,954 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Erie?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Erie start from $61. The average price for this route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Erie?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Erie is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 276 miles (445 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Erie route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Erie?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Erie at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Erie?
A bus trip from Washington to Erie generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Washington 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Erie?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Erie?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington 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

01/05

$62

01/06

$55

Today

$55

01/08

$58

01/09

$65

01/10

$60

01/11

$63

01/12

$55

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Erie was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $95 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2026-01-12.