What is the cheapest way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie?

The cheapest way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie?

The fastest way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie is to drive which takes 5h 37m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Wilkes-Barre and Erie?

No, there is no direct bus from Wilkes-Barre to Erie. However, there are services departing from Wilkes-Barre and arriving at Erie via Scranton Bus Station and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Wilkes-Barre to Erie?

The distance between Wilkes-Barre and Erie is 390 miles. The road distance is 297.1 miles.

How do I travel from Wilkes-Barre to Erie without a car?

The best way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 20m and costs $100 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie?

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wilkes-Barre to Erie bus from?

Wilkes-Barre to Erie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Scranton Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Wilkes-Barre to Erie?

The best way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $170 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 10h.

Where does the Wilkes-Barre to Erie bus arrive?

Wilkes-Barre to Erie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

Can I drive from Wilkes-Barre to Erie?

Yes, the driving distance between Wilkes-Barre to Erie is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Wilkes-Barre to Erie.

How do I get a bus ticket from Wilkes-Barre to Erie?

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Where can I stay near Erie?

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Wilkes-Barre to Erie - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Wilkes-Barre to Erie by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Syracuse Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0215
2. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
9h 20m
$105–229
Drive 295.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wilkes-Barre to Eriecar 295.4 mi
5h 37m
$54–78
Bus, train via Rochester
1. Take the bus from Scranton, Pa to Rochester, Nybus 246
2. Take the train from Rochester to Erie Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
9h 41m
$94–256
Fly
1. Fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Erie International Airport (ERI)plane AVP - ERI
6h 18m
$175–665
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Buffalobus Greyhound US0205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Eriebus Greyhound US0170
10h
$72–133
Bus via Pittsburgh
1. Take the bus from Wilkes-Barre to State Collegebus
2. Take the bus from State College Regional Airport to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Eriebus
11h 14m
$90–165

Wilkes-Barre to Erie by bus and train

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9h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 387.5 mi
Duration: 9h 20m

What companies run services between Wilkes-Barre, PA, USA and Erie, PA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Erie International Airport (ERI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wilkes-Barre to Erie via Scranton Bus Station and Buffalo in around 10h.

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