How far is Cross Creek, PA from Erie, PA?
The driving distance from Cross Creek, PA to Erie, PA is about 152 miles (244.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 125.5 miles (202 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.
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Halfway Point
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Borough in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cross Creek and Erie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cross Creek and Erie.
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Start on Cross Creek Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Cross Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Smith Township State Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · Smith Township State Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn straight onto John L Brunner Bypass Road
1.2 km · 1 min · John L Brunner Bypass Road
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Turn right onto Bavington Road
3 mi · 5 min · Bavington Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Steubenville Pike
1.2 mi · 2 min · Steubenville Pike
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Turn right onto Maple Grove Road
668 ft · 17 sec · Maple Grove Road
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Take the ramp left toward US 22 East: Pittsburgh
947 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight right
9.9 mi · 14 min
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Continue on Steubenville Pike
3.2 mi · 6 min · Steubenville Pike
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Continue on Steubenville Pike
1896 ft · 41 sec · Steubenville Pike
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Turn left onto I 79 North
1808 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Raymond P Shafer Highway
122.4 mi · 2 hr 16 min · Raymond P Shafer Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
1388 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto West 12th Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · West 12th Street
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Turn left onto State Street
2318 ft · 2 min · State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cross Creek and Erie.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Raymond P Shafer Highway
Merge slight left onto Raymond P Shafer Highway
122 mi · 02h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Cross Creek and Chance Rain Showers near Erie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cross Creek to Erie?
The road trip is about 152 miles (244.6 km) and usually takes 02h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grove City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.7 miles from Cross Creek and 77.3 miles from Erie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.5 miles (202 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.90 one way or $43.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Cross Creek and Chance Rain Showers near Erie.
Stop Ideas Near Grove City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cross Creek and Erie. Straight-line distance: 125.52 mi (202.01 km).
#1 Cross Creek
Census-designated place in Washington County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,487 |
| Coordinates | 40.3289600, -80.4092300 |
| Altitude | 405 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Erie
The second most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 95,077 |
| Coordinates | 42.1292200, -80.0850600 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Street (-80.085094, 42.129207)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 245 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $21.90 | $43.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $24.65 | $49.30 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $26.55 | $53.11 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $32.05 | $64.11 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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