Erie to Gettysburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

217.7 miles 350.3 km · straight line
272.1 miles estimated 437.9 km · driving distance
5h 28min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
136° SE bearing direction

How far is Erie from Gettysburg?

The distance from Erie to Gettysburg is 217.7 miles (350.3 km) as the crow flies. Gettysburg is located SE of Erie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272.1 miles, taking about 5h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Erie and Gettysburg. 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 Erie to Gettysburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 28min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 34min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 12min $33–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Erie & Gettysburg

Quick Facts

Erie
42.13°N, 80.09°W
America/New_York
199m elevation
Gettysburg
39.83°N, 77.23°W
America/New_York
168m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients