Atlanta to Erie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

624.5 miles 1005 km · straight line
794.7 miles actual route 1279 km · driving distance
14h 59min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
21° NNE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Erie?

The distance from Atlanta to Erie is 624.5 miles (1005 km) as the crow flies. Erie is located NNE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 794.7 miles, taking about 14h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Erie in Pennsylvania.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Erie. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Erie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 59min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 59min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~19h 29min $95–$278* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Erie

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Erie
42.13°N, 80.09°W
America/New_York
199m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 208 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM