How much is the bus ticket from Erie to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Erie to Philadelphia start from $84. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Erie to Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Erie to Philadelphia is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 478 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

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 .

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

The earliest bus departs from Erie to Philadelphia at 12:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:20pm.

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

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

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 87412 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.

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.

Bus Erie to Philadelphia from $81 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	1d	2:30pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	21h 10m	11:30am	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	1:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	3:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	1d	3:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	1:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	3:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	1d	3:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	1:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	3:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	21h 10m	11:30am	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 20m	3:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	1:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	21h 20m	11:40am	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	21h 20m	11:40am	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 10m	1:50am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	13h 25m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	14h 40m	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	21h 55m	12:15pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:12 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

19h 10mAverage Duration

478 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$84 - $392	Average Duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$117 - $2,047	Average Duration14h 31m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Erie and Philadelphia?

Stops in Erie

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

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,418 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,546 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erie to Philadelphia, PA 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 Erie to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Erie to Philadelphia start from $84. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Erie to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Erie to Philadelphia is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 478 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
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.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Erie to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Erie to Philadelphia at 12:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Erie to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Erie to Philadelphia generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Erie to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.
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

12-05

$133

12-06

$128

Today

$129

12-08

$112

12-09

$106

12-10

$106

12-11

$114

12-12

$172

The cheapest trip from Erie to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $106

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 $106 to $264 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 $106 which is on 2025-12-09.