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

The cheapest way to get from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh is to bus which costs $22 - $45 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Erie, PA and Pittsburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Erie and arriving at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Erie, PA and Pittsburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Erie, PA station to Pittsburgh station. However, there are services departing from Erie Station and arriving at Pittsburgh Amtrak Station via Cleveland Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh?

The distance between Erie, PA and Pittsburgh is 137 miles. The road distance is 128.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $22 - $45.

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

The bus from Erie to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Erie, PA to Pittsburgh bus from?

Erie, PA to Pittsburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Erie station.

Where do I catch the Erie, PA to Pittsburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh?

The best way to get from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $22 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $160 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Erie, PA to Pittsburgh bus arrive?

Erie, PA to Pittsburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Where does the Erie, PA to Pittsburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Erie, PA to Pittsburgh is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh.

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Erie to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0440s
3h 30m
$22–45
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Erie Station to Cleveland Amtraktrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
6h 15m
$76–157
Drive 127.8 mi
1. Drive from Erie, PA to Pittsburghcar 127.8 mi
2h 10m
$24–34

Erie, PA to Pittsburgh by bus (Greyhound)

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3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Erie to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station once daily. Tickets cost $22–45 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Erie, PA to Pittsburgh Amtrak Station via Erie Station and Cleveland Amtrak in around 6h 15m.

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