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Trip from Greenfield, PA to Erie, PA

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

Drive Time

2h 35m

Distance

130.7 mi

210 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 25m ★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m

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

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Downtown Greenfield, PA, PA

Greenfield, PA

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Downtown Erie, PA, PA

Erie, PA

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Trip Overview

This 130.7-mile drive from Greenfield, PA, to Erie, PA, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 35 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated around $22. The route is heavily highway-focused, making it a quick and efficient trip through the Northeast region of Pennsylvania. With 94% of the drive on highways, this is a practical option if you're looking for minimal fuss and maximum progress towards your destination. It's well-suited for a day trip, allowing for a relaxed start and arrival without needing an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

65.4 miles from Greenfield, PA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 79 111.2 mi 2h
Parkway North 11.6 mi 16m
West 12th Street 2.3 mi 4m
Second Avenue 2.2 mi 5m
Veterans Bridge 0.9 mi 1m
Greenfield Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
State Street 0.4 mi 1m
Armstrong Tunnel 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 79 — 111.2 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Alma Street

16 ft · 2 sec · Alma Street
2

Turn right onto Stanley Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Stanley Street
3

Turn right onto Kaercher Street

353 ft · 21 sec · Kaercher Street
4

Turn left onto Greenfield Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Greenfield Avenue
5

Turn slight right onto PA 885

2.2 mi · 5 min · Second Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Turn right onto Armstrong Tunnel

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Armstrong Tunnel
7

At end of road, turn right onto Forbes Avenue

238 ft · 11 sec · Forbes Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
8

Turn left onto Chatham Square

320 ft · 8 sec · Chatham Square
9

Continue on Washington Place

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Washington Place
Use the straight lane.
10

Turn slight right onto Bigelow Boulevard

305 ft · 7 sec · Bigelow Boulevard
11

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 579: Veterans Bridge
12

Merge onto I 579

0.9 mi · 1 min · Veterans Bridge
13

Continue on I 279

12 mi · 16 min · Parkway North
14

Merge onto I 79

111 mi · 2 hr · I 79
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Exit 183A Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
16

Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290

2.3 mi · 4 min · West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Turn left onto State Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · State Street
Use the left lane.
18

Arrive at destination

State Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour and 35-minute duration and 130.7-mile distance, this trip is ideal for a single-day adventure, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Plan for one stop to break up the drive, perhaps after the longest stretch of 111.2 miles on I-79. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $22, and the highway-heavy nature means fewer opportunities for quick, spontaneous stops. A practical tip is to ensure you have your preferred snacks and drinks ready before you depart Greenfield, as the majority of the travel is on high-speed interstates.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.4 miles from Greenfield, PA, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.2 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 29 miles or 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 65.4 miles or 1h 20m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 6m

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

Before You Leave

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

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Greenfield, PA

This is one driving day of about 130.7 miles and 2h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Greenfield, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 79 for about 111.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

borough in counties Lawrence, and Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ellwood City, PA

65 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.

Popular next leg

Ellwood City, PA to Erie, PA

100.4 mi · 1h 59m

Pacing Suggestions

Valencia, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ellwood City, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.4 miles from Greenfield, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 79 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.2 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Severina Restaurant and Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 9.3

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+14129393610

Royal Myanmar Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

0.9 mi

Valenza Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Meadville, Pennsylvania

1.4 mi

Severina Restaurant and Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 9.3

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+14129393610

Royal Myanmar Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.3

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+14124153380

Visit website

Valenza Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 93.4

Meadville, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18147241222

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+14126214444

Visit website

Took Took 98 | Thai Street Food Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14129988888

Visit website

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Homestead, Pennsylvania

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+14124611469

Visit website

Cambod-Ican Kitchen Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5:30 pm–2 am

+14123816199

Visit website

Babylon Restaurant and Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Homestead, Pennsylvania

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+14124619169

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Cochran Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

West Mifflin, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+18887174544

Visit website

Bicentennial Tower

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 130.7

Erie, Pennsylvania

Hours: Closed

+18144347376

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 130.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Stanley Street

Turn right onto Stanley Street

Navigation decision point

7
3.3 mi into trip | ~8m in | Forbes Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto Forbes Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / right lanes.
5
16.5 mi into trip | ~27m in | I 79

Merge onto I 79

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
127.7 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in

Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 183A Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
6
130.3 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in | State Street

Turn left onto State Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.67 one way

$43.34 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $23.73 $47.46
premium $4.93 $25.35 $50.70
diesel $5.61 $28.86 $57.71

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39.2 0 $13.72 $6.27
Efficient EV 32.7 0 $11.44 $5.23
EV Truck/SUV 52.3 0 $18.30 $8.36

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 kg (67% 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 19, 2026

Origin

Greenfield, PA

Afternoon in Greenfield on Sunday

Local time

12:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Erie, PA

Afternoon in Erie on Sunday

Local time

12:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

13 degrees cooler at arrival

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

Road read

2h 35m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 94% of the 130.7 miles utilizing major roadways like I-79 and Parkway North. You'll encounter long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 111.2 miles solely on I-79. This means you'll experience a driving rhythm geared towards covering distance efficiently. While the primary roads are highways, the final portion on West 12th Street will transition you into Erie, offering a change of pace as you approach the city.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.2 mi on I 79.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 79 and Parkway North. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Stanley Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 130.7 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Stanley Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (Forbes Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving 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 2h 35m. Total distance: 130.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 111.2 miles on I 79. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Stanley Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.3 miles (Forbes Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles (I 79): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Erie, 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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