Bus from Erie to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on January 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Erie Bus Station
Schuylkill & WalnutCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Erie Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:03 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 14 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
14h 40mAverage Duration
478 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$87 - $334Average Duration14h 40m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$115 - $1,287Average Duration15h 11m
43kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Erie to Philadelphia start from $87. The average price for this route is around $112. 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 Erie to Philadelphia?

    The average bus travel time from Erie to Philadelphia is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 478 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Erie to Philadelphia at 12:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:50pm.

  5. 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.

  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 87518 reviews.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  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
01-28
$197
01-29
$187
Today
$197
01-31
$197
02-01
$174
02-02
$92
02-03
$131
02-04
$133
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Erie to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $92

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 $92 to $205 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 $92 which is on 2026-02-02.

What's the cheapest way to go from Erie to Philadelphia, PA?

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