How far is Imperial, PA from Erie, PA?
The driving distance from Imperial, PA to Erie, PA is about 136.8 miles (220.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.3 miles (187.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Imperial and Erie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Imperial and Erie.
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Start on Church Road
592 ft · 31 sec · Church Road
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Turn left onto Lincoln Highway
2836 ft · 1 min · Lincoln Highway
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Continue on Shipland Road
1161 ft · 24 sec · Shipland Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 22 East, US 30 East: Pittsburgh
4 mi · 6 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 Imperial 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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Imperial and Rain Showers near Erie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Imperial to Erie?
The road trip is about 136.8 miles (220.1 km) and usually takes 02h 10m 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?
Jackson Center is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67 miles from Imperial and 69.7 miles from Erie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.3 miles (187.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:08 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.32 one way or $42.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Imperial and Rain Showers near Erie.
Stop Ideas Near Jackson Center
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 Jackson Center.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Imperial and Erie. Straight-line distance: 116.35 mi (187.25 km).
#1 Imperial
Situated in the western part of Allegheny County, this community is a census-designated place located within Findlay Township.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.4495100, -80.2445000 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| 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: 220 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.41 | $21.32 | $42.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.83 | $23.34 | $46.68 |
| Premium | $5.28 | $25.52 | $51.03 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $31.82 | $63.64 |
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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