Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Erie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

109.1 miles 175.6 km · straight line
136.4 miles estimated 219.5 km · driving distance
2h 45min estimated drive time
CAD 22 - CAD 27 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
100° E bearing direction

How far is Chatham, Ontario, Canada from Erie?

The distance from Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Erie is 109.1 miles (175.6 km) as the crow flies. Erie is located E of Chatham, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.4 miles, taking about 2h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Chatham, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Erie is in Pennsylvania, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Chatham, Ontario, Canada 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 Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Erie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 45min CAD 22 - CAD 27 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 18min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 37min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chatham, Ontario, Canada & Erie

Quick Facts

Chatham, Ontario, Canada
42.41°N, 82.18°W
America/Toronto
183m 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 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 228.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients