How far is Erie, PA from Irwin, PA?
The driving distance from Erie, PA to Irwin, PA is about 149.6 miles (240.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 126.3 miles (203.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Erie and Irwin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie and Irwin.
-
1
Start on State Street
2318 ft · 2 min · State Street
-
2
Turn right onto West 12th Street
2 mi · 4 min · West 12th Street
-
3
Turn right onto Greengarden Boulevard
583 ft · 23 sec · Greengarden Boulevard
-
4
Turn left onto West Bayfront Parkway
862 ft · 20 sec · West Bayfront Parkway
-
5
Continue on Raymond P Shafer Highway
104 mi · 1 hr 52 min · Raymond P Shafer Highway
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward Cranberry, Pennsylvania Turnpike
2944 ft · 1 min
-
7
Keep slight left to continue on Youngstown Ohio, Harrisburg
1.2 km · 2 min
-
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 76, PATP: Youngstown Ohio, Harrisburg
2328 ft · 57 sec
-
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 76 East: Harrisburg
1861 ft · 1 min
-
10
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
38.8 mi · 42 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 30: Irwin, Greensburg
2022 ft · 49 sec
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on US 30 West: Pittsburgh
1611 ft · 40 sec
-
13
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Highway
-
14
Turn right onto Lombard Street
87 m · 19 sec · Lombard Street
-
15
Turn left
62 m · 15 sec
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Erie and Irwin.
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
Continue on Raymond P Shafer Highway
104 mi · 01h 52m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Erie and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Irwin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Erie to Irwin?
The road trip is about 149.6 miles (240.7 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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 74.8 miles from Erie and 74.8 miles from Irwin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 126.3 miles (203.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.3 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 12:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.57 one way or $43.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Erie and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Irwin.
Stop Ideas Near Grove City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grove City.
Union Station
Alliance
Greensburg
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Erie and Irwin. Straight-line distance: 126.28 mi (203.23 km).
#1 Erie
The second most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 95,077 |
| Coordinates | 42.1292200, -80.0850600 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Irwin
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 3,716 |
| Coordinates | 40.3245100, -79.7011500 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
End: Irwin (-79.70115, 40.32451)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 241 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $21.57 | $43.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $24.28 | $48.57 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $26.16 | $52.31 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $31.57 | $63.15 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.