What is the cheapest way to get from Pittsburgh to Erie?

The cheapest way to get from Pittsburgh to Erie is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pittsburgh to Erie?

The fastest way to get from Pittsburgh to Erie is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Pittsburgh and Erie?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station station and arriving at Erie. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Pittsburgh and Erie?

No, there is no direct train from Pittsburgh station to Erie station. However, there are services departing from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station and arriving at Erie Station via Cleveland Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Pittsburgh to Erie?

The distance between Pittsburgh and Erie is 140 miles. The road distance is 128.1 miles.

How do I travel from Pittsburgh to Erie without a car?

The best way to get from Pittsburgh to Erie without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $29 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Pittsburgh to Erie?

The bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Erie takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Pittsburgh to Erie bus from?

Pittsburgh to Erie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Where do I catch the Pittsburgh to Erie train from?

Pittsburgh to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Pittsburgh to Erie?

The best way to get from Pittsburgh to Erie is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $130 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Pittsburgh to Erie bus arrive?

Pittsburgh to Erie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Erie station.

Where does the Pittsburgh to Erie train arrive?

Pittsburgh to Erie train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Cleveland Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Pittsburgh to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Pittsburgh to Erie is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Pittsburgh to Erie.

How do I get a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Erie?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Erie?

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Where can I stay near Erie?

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Pittsburgh to Erie - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Pittsburgh to Erie by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Eriebus Greyhound US0440s
3h 20m
$29–60
Drive 127.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pittsburgh to Eriecar 127.4 mi
2h 8m
$24–34
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Cleveland Amtraktrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
5h 22m
$43–125

Pittsburgh to Erie by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

3h 20mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Pittsburgh, PA, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Erie once daily. Tickets cost $29–60 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Erie Station via Cleveland Amtrak in around 5h 22m.

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