How far is Rochester, PA from Erie, PA?
The driving distance from Rochester, PA to Erie, PA is about 111.8 miles (180 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 49m 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 01h 54m.
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
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Township in Mercer County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rochester and Erie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester and Erie.
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Start on Brighton Avenue
9 m · 9 sec · Brighton Avenue
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Turn sharp right onto Jefferson Street
2534 ft · 2 min · Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto Virginia Avenue
1571 ft · 60 sec · Virginia Avenue
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Turn right onto Deer Lane
2.9 mi · 6 min · Deer Lane
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Continue on Route 68
6.2 mi · 12 min · Route 68
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Continue on West Beaver Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · West Beaver Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2193 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Perry Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Perry Highway
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Turn right onto Little Creek Road
818 ft · 17 sec · Little Creek Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Little Creek Road
37 m · 2 sec · Little Creek Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Little Creek Road
3032 ft · 1 min · Little Creek Road
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Turn left
1821 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
94.6 mi · 1 hr 42 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 Rochester and Erie.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Little Creek Road
Merge slight left
94.6 mi · 01h 42m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Rochester and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Erie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rochester to Erie?
The road trip is about 111.8 miles (180 km) and usually takes 01h 54m 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?
New Vernon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.7 miles from Rochester and 56.1 miles from Erie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 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 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.14 one way or $32.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Rochester and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Erie.
Stop Ideas Near New Vernon
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rochester and Erie. Straight-line distance: 99.14 mi (159.55 km).
#1 Rochester
Borough in Beaver County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 3,406 |
| Coordinates | 40.7022900, -80.2864500 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| 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: 180 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $18.17 | $36.33 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $19.57 | $39.14 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $23.62 | $47.24 |
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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