Canton, Ohio to Erie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113.7 miles 183 km · straight line
142.2 miles estimated 228.8 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Canton, Ohio from Erie?

The distance from Canton, Ohio to Erie is 113.7 miles (183 km) as the crow flies. Erie is located NE of Canton, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.2 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Canton, Ohio in Ohio and Erie in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Canton, Ohio and Erie. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Canton, Ohio to Erie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canton, Ohio & Erie

Quick Facts

Canton, Ohio
40.80°N, 81.38°W
America/New_York
323m 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 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 219 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients