How far is Independence, PA from Erie, PA?
The driving distance from Independence, PA to Erie, PA is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.2 miles (174.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m 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
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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 08m.
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
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Independence and Erie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Independence and Erie.
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Start on Independence Road
15 m · 6 sec · Independence Road
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Continue on Independence Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · Independence Road
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Turn right onto Green Garden Road
1124 ft · 21 sec · Green Garden Road
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Turn left onto I 376 West: Beaver, New Castle
1349 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Beaver Valley Expressway
34.8 mi · 38 min · Beaver Valley Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 18
1835 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto Mitchell Road
140 m · 10 sec · Mitchell Road
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Turn left onto Glen Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Glen Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Wilmington Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Wilmington Road
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Turn right
2.4 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Beechwood Road
807 ft · 44 sec · Beechwood Road
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Turn left onto South Market Street
1.2 km · 2 min · South Market Street
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Continue on Mercer-New Wilmington Road
7.8 mi · 11 min · Mercer-New Wilmington Road
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Continue on South Shenango Street
1 km · 1 min · South Shenango Street
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Turn right onto West Butler Street
587 ft · 22 sec · West Butler Street
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Turn left onto South Erie Street
1721 ft · 48 sec · South Erie Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Franklin Street
1865 ft · 37 sec · Franklin Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Franklin Road
4.4 mi · 6 min · Franklin Road
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Take the ramp slight right
2161 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
61.4 mi · 1 hr 6 min
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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 Independence and Erie.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Franklin Road
Merge slight left
61.4 mi · 01h 06m
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 Independence 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 Independence to Erie?
The road trip is about 132.8 miles (213.7 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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 61 miles from Independence and 71.8 miles from Erie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.2 miles (174.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.6 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 2:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.16 one way or $38.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Independence and Chance 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 Independence and Erie. Straight-line distance: 108.2 mi (174.13 km).
#1 Independence
Township in Beaver County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,503 |
| Coordinates | 40.5722900, -80.3092300 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| 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: 214 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $19.16 | $38.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $21.57 | $43.14 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $23.23 | $46.47 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $28.05 | $56.09 |
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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