Erie to Springfield, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246.7 miles 397 km · straight line
308.4 miles estimated 496.3 km · driving distance
6h 12min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
233° SW bearing direction

How far is Erie from Springfield, Ohio?

The distance from Erie to Springfield, Ohio is 246.7 miles (397 km) as the crow flies. Springfield, Ohio is located SW of Erie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 308.4 miles, taking about 6h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Erie in Pennsylvania and Springfield, Ohio in Ohio.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Erie and Springfield, Ohio. 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 Springfield, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 12min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 26min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 53min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Erie & Springfield, Ohio

Quick Facts

Erie
42.13°N, 80.09°W
America/New_York
199m elevation
Springfield, Ohio
39.92°N, 83.81°W
America/New_York
298m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients