Train from Philadelphia, PA to Erie: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Erie on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Erie

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 15 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
15h 20mAverage Duration
300 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$78 - $354Average Duration15h 20m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$128 - $1,195Average Duration13h 38m
43kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Erie by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/29
$385
11/30
$760
Today
$288
12/02
$210
12/03
$131
12/04
$194
12/05
$385
12/06
$274
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Erie was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $131

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

You can expect to pay from $131 to $1,079 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $131 which is on 2025-12-03.

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