Erie to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.3 miles 362.6 km · straight line
281.7 miles estimated 453.3 km · driving distance
5h 40min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
104° ESE bearing direction

How far is Erie from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Erie to Wilkes-Barre is 225.3 miles (362.6 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located ESE of Erie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 281.7 miles, taking about 5h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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 Wilkes-Barre. 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 Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 40min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 48min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 23min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Erie & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Erie
42.13°N, 80.09°W
America/New_York
199m elevation
Wilkes-Barre
41.25°N, 75.88°W
America/New_York
163m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients