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Trip from Erie, PA to Sheffield, PA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 55m

Distance

80.9 mi

130 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 47m ★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Erie, PA, PA

Erie, PA

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census-designated place in Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States

Sheffield, PA

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Trip Overview

This 80.9-mile drive from Erie, PA to Sheffield, PA takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily travel on the Southern Tier Expressway and US 62, also known as the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, this route offers a straightforward journey. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience, and since it's a single-day excursion, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. This trip stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout its relatively short distance.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

40.4 miles from Erie, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southern Tier Expressway 27.8 mi 33m
US 62 15.6 mi 19m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway 7.4 mi 11m
Hopkins-Bowser Highway 7 mi 8m
Bayfront Connector 4.4 mi 7m
AMVETS Memorial Highway 4.1 mi 4m
Crescent Park 2.2 mi 4m
Martin Road 2.1 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 27.8 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Erie, PA and Sheffield, PA.

1

Start on State Street

0.1 mi · 35 sec · State Street
2

Turn left onto East 8th Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · East 8th Street
3

Turn right onto East Bayfront Parkway

0.3 mi · 44 sec · East Bayfront Parkway
4

Continue on PA 290

4.4 mi · 7 min · Bayfront Connector
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Continue on PA 290; PA 430

1.0 mi · 1 min · Station Road
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
7

Merge onto I 90

4.1 mi · 4 min · AMVETS Memorial Highway
8

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 37 sec
Exit 37 Toward I 86 East: Jamestown
9

Continue on I 86

7.0 mi · 8 min · Hopkins-Bowser Highway
10

Continue on I 86; NY 17

28 mi · 33 min · Southern Tier Expressway
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 12 Toward NY 60: Jamestown
12

Turn right onto NY 60

0.1 mi · 20 sec · North Main Street
13

Turn left onto Marvin Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Marvin Parkway
14

Turn right onto Lakeview Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Lakeview Avenue
15

Turn left onto Newton Avenue

73 ft · 2 sec · Newton Avenue
16

Turn right onto Winsor Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Winsor Street
17

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · this road
18

Turn slight right onto Allen Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Allen Street
19

Continue on Maple Street

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Maple Street
20

Continue on West Virginia Boulevard

0.4 mi · 53 sec · West Virginia Boulevard
21

Turn right onto Glenview Avenue

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Glenview Avenue
22

Turn left onto Martin Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Martin Road
23

At end of road, turn left onto NY 60

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Foote Avenue
24

Turn right onto US 62

16 mi · 19 min · US 62
25

Turn right onto US 62

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West 4th Avenue
26

Turn left onto Hickory Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Hickory Street
27

Continue on Hickory Bridge

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Hickory Bridge
28

Turn left onto Crescent Park

0.4 mi · 57 sec · Crescent Park
Use the left lane.
29

Turn left onto US 6

1.8 mi · 3 min · Crescent Park
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
30

Continue on US 6

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
31

Continue on US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
32

Continue on US 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
33

Continue on US 6

4.5 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
34

Continue on US 6

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
35

Take the exit

68 ft · 1 sec
Toward PA 666 West
36

Arrive at destination

Toward PA 666 West

Trip Plan

For this approximately 1 hour and 55-minute trip, you can easily complete it in a single day. Consider leaving mid-morning to allow for a relaxed start. With only 80.9 miles, you won't need many stops, but it's always wise to take breaks every couple of hours. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $13, and plan your last fuel stop accordingly before heading out. A helpful tip for this route is to be aware of the transition points between the Southern Tier Expressway and US 62, as these can sometimes involve more complex interchanges.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.4 miles from Erie, PA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 18 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.4 miles or 53m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sheffield, PA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Erie, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Erie, PA

This is one driving day of about 80.9 miles and 1h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Erie, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 27.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Chautauqua County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jamestown, NY

40 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Mina, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lakewood, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.4 miles from Erie, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 68.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 8th Street

Turn left onto East 8th Street

Navigation decision point

5
11.3 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 86 East: Jamestown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 37 Toward I 86 East: Jamestown
5
46.5 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward NY 60: Jamestown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 12 Toward NY 60: Jamestown
5
68.1 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | Hickory Street

Turn left onto Hickory Street

Navigation decision point

6
68.4 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | Crescent Park

Turn left onto Crescent Park

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.41 one way

$26.82 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $14.69 $29.38
premium $4.93 $15.69 $31.38
diesel $5.61 $17.86 $35.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.3 0 $8.49 $3.88
Efficient EV 20.2 0 $7.08 $3.24
EV Truck/SUV 32.4 0 $11.33 $5.18

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (68% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Erie, PA

Late night in Erie on Sunday

Local time

12:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

W 14 mph 44% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:10PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Sheffield, PA

Late night in Sheffield on Sunday

Local time

12:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

SW 9 mph 55% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:10PM EDT until April 14 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:51PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

10 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 55m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that's 54% highway, blending faster-paced sections with more local road experiences. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 27.8 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, allowing for steady progress. As you transition between these roads, the character of the drive will shift, offering a mix of open highway and potentially more winding or scenic segments as you approach your destination. This blend ensures the 1 hour and 55-minute journey remains engaging.

54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.8 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East 8th Street.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.9 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

About the Cities

Starting in Erie, PA

Full guide →

Erie is a city of about 100,000 in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is Pennsylvania's only lake port on the Great Lakes (Lake Erie).

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 80.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 27.8 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Sheffield, PA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East 8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sheffield, PA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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