Bus Washington, DC to Erie, PA: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Washington, DC to Erie, PA from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$72

tomorrow

Sunday

$74

Monday

$61

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

$73

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	10h 50m	1:00 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	11:50 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Greyhound US	16h 25m	5:15 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	9:40 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m
FlixBus	17h 20m	6:30 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	11:50 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/5/2025 6:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Erie, PA via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  10h 50m
  
  0
  
  1:00 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  6:30 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 AM to Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  11:50 AM
  
  Erie, PA
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) at 12/6/2025 8:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	10h 50m	1:00 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	11:50 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$74	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/7/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
FlixBus	17h 20m	6:30 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	11:50 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$74	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/7/2025 6:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m
Greyhound US	16h 25m	5:15 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	9:40 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$96	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/7/2025 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Erie, PA via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  10h 50m
  
  0
  
  1:00 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  6:30 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 AM to Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  11:50 AM
  
  Erie, PA
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) at 12/6/2025 8:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	10h 50m	1:00 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	11:50 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$61	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/8/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
FlixBus	17h 20m	6:30 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	11:50 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/8/2025 6:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m
Greyhound US	16h 25m	5:15 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	9:40 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$62	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/8/2025 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/9/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	10h 50m	1:00 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	11:50 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/11/2025 1:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/11/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
FlixBus	17h 20m	6:30 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	11:50 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/11/2025 6:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 20m
Greyhound US	16h 25m	5:15 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	9:40 AM	Erie, PA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$74	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/11/2025 5:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/12/2025 9:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Erie, PA via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  10h 50m
  
  0
  
  1:00 AM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  6:30 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 AM to Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:30 AM
  
  Pittsburgh
  Grant Street Transportation Center
  
  11:50 AM
  
  Erie, PA
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Grant Street Transportation Center, Pittsburgh (USA) at 12/6/2025 8:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Erie, PA (USA) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $9

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA is $60 on 12/4/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and Erie, PA

See here how frequent the connections between Washington, DC and Erie, PA are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Washington, DC to Erie, PA. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Erie, PA.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 5 buses from Washington, DC to Erie, PA, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Erie, PA, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to Erie, PA starting from $60!

Cheapest Bus	$60
Fastest Bus	10h 50m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Latest Bus	6:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	275.7 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Erie, PA

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for Erie, PA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$72

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

$74

Monday 12/08

$61

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

$73

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to Erie, PA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Erie, PA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $61, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $74.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Erie, PA, with $61. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $62.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC to Erie, PA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Washington, DC to Erie, PA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Washington, DC to Erie, PA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and Erie, PA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Washington, DC and Erie, PA.

Union Station

Massachusetts Avenue Northeast 50

Dupont Circle Station

20th St. NW 1525

Armory Metro

19th St SE

Metro Center

11th St NW 663

L'Enfant Plaza outside McDonald's

C Street SW DC 400 C Street SW, Washington, DC 400

8035 Perry Hwy Bus Stop

Central Bus Station

E Bayfront Pkwy 208

Bus Stop

38th St 2951 W

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Washington, DC to Erie, PA? Or which bus companies serve the route Washington, DC to Erie, PA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Washington, DC to Erie, PA bus

How much does a Washington, DC Erie, PA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $60 and takes 17h 20m to reach Erie, PA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Washington, DC to Erie, PA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $60 and $96. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Erie, PA.

On average, how many connections are available from Washington, DC to Erie, PA each day?

Every day, the Washington, DC to Erie, PA bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Washington, DC to Erie, PA take?

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 10h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $72. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA?

The earliest bus arriving in Erie, PA from Washington, DC starts at 1:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for Erie, PA starts at 6:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Washington, DC Erie, PA route?

When traveling by bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Erie, PA?

You can check all the direct connections between Washington, DC and Erie, PA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Washington, DC to Erie, PA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Washington, DC Erie, PA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Washington, DC Erie, PA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Washington, DC to Erie, PA on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Washington, DC to Erie, PA

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Washington, DC and to Erie, PA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Washington, DC and to Erie, PA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!