How far is Erie, PA from Waterford, PA?
The driving distance from Erie, PA to Waterford, PA is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.9 miles (22.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Erie and Waterford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie and Waterford.
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Start on State Street
2318 ft · 2 min · State Street
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Turn left onto East 12th Street
126 m · 14 sec · East 12th Street
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Turn right onto French Street
1.4 km · 2 min · French Street
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Turn left onto East 26th Street
2191 ft · 1 min · East 26th Street
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Turn right onto Parade Street
690 ft · 26 sec · Parade Street
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Continue on Old French Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Old French Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Perry Highway
9.6 mi · 16 min · Perry Highway
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Continue on Perry Highway
11 m · 7 sec · Perry Highway
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Turn left onto Peach Street
2061 ft · 43 sec · Peach Street
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Continue on High Street
2185 ft · 55 sec · High Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · High Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Erie and Waterford.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Perry Highway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Perry Highway
9.62 mi · 00h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Erie and Mostly Sunny near Waterford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Erie to Waterford?
The road trip is about 14.8 miles (23.8 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wesleyville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.4 miles from Erie and 7.4 miles from Waterford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.9 miles (22.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.32 one way or $4.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Erie and Mostly Sunny near Waterford.
Stop Ideas Near Wesleyville
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 Wesleyville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Erie and Waterford. Straight-line distance: 13.88 mi (22.33 km).
#1 Erie
The second most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 95,077 |
| Coordinates | 42.1292200, -80.0850600 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waterford
Situated in northwestern Pennsylvania within Erie County, this borough rests at an elevation of approximately 1,204 feet above sea level.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.9428300, -79.9845000 |
| Altitude | 367 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waterford (-79.9845, 41.94283)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.46 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $3.41 | $6.81 |
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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