Erie to Salem, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Erie from Salem, Virginia?

The distance from Erie to Salem, Virginia is 334.1 miles (537.7 km) as the crow flies. Salem, Virginia is located S of Erie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 400.9 miles, taking about 8h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Erie in Pennsylvania and Salem, Virginia in Virginia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Erie and Salem, Virginia. 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.