Origin
Gregg, PA
Late night in Gregg on Saturday
Local time
2:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Trip from Gregg, PA to Erie, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
133.6 mi
215 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gregg, PA
Gonzalo Facello
Trip Overview
This 133.6-mile drive from Gregg, Pennsylvania, to Erie, Pennsylvania, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. You'll primarily navigate roads like Raymond P. Shafer Highway, Noblestown Road, and West 12th Street. With a projected fuel cost of around $22, this trip is quite economical. The route offers a turn-heavy local driving experience rather than extensive highway cruising. Since both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, you won't be crossing major geographical boundaries, making it a straightforward journey within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.8 miles from Gregg, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Erie, PA
Full guide →Erie is a city of about 100,000 in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is Pennsylvania's only lake port on the Great Lakes (Lake Erie).
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 133.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a driving experience characterized by numerous turns, indicative of a local road network rather than a high-speed interstate. While there are no highway miles in this particular segment (0% highway share), you'll encounter one substantial stretch of 126.4 miles on Raymond P. Shafer Highway. This suggests a prolonged period on a single, continuous roadway before the route transitions. The profile indicates a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction as you make your way from Gregg to Erie.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Raymond P Shafer Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 126.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Nike Site Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gregg, PA to Erie, PA is easy. At 2h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Nike Site Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (I 79 / Raymond P Shafer Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Nike Site Road
At end of road, turn left onto Nike Site Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 79 / Raymond P Shafer Highway
Merge onto I 79 / Raymond P Shafer Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
130.6 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
5
130.8 mi into trip
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~2h 30m in
|
PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290 / West 12th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
133.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
|
State Street
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Raymond P Shafer Highway | 126.4 mi | 2h 21m |
| Noblestown Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| West 12th Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Gregg Station Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Nike Site Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Raymond P Shafer Highway
— 126.4 mi, about 2h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gregg, PA and Erie, PA.
1
Start on Gregg Station Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Gregg Station Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Nike Site Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Nike Site Road
3
Turn right onto Noblestown Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Noblestown Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
5
Merge onto I 79
126 mi
·
2 hr 21 min
·
Raymond P Shafer Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
7
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
9
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 36 minutes, this trip is easily accomplished in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially considering the $22 estimated cost. A practical tip for this turn-heavy route: consider a pre-drive check of your navigation system to ensure it's updated, as frequent turns can sometimes lead to missed exits or complex intersections on local roads.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.8 miles from Gregg, PA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 126.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.8 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gregg, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gregg, PA
This is one driving day of about 133.6 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Gregg, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Raymond P Shafer Highway for about 126.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.8 mi from Gregg, PA · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.8 miles from Gregg, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Raymond P Shafer Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 126.4 miles.
Arriving in Erie, PA
The final approach into Erie, PA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Erie, PA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.15 one way
$44.30 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $24.26 | $48.52 |
| premium | $4.93 | $25.91 | $51.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.50 | $58.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.03 | $6.41 |
| Efficient EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.69 | $5.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.4 | 0 | $18.70 | $8.55 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Erie, PA
Late night in Erie on Saturday
Local time
2:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 36m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Gregg, PA to Erie, PA covers 133.6 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Raymond P Shafer Highway, Noblestown Road, West 12th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.8 miles from Gregg, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.15 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Gregg, PA to Erie, PA is easy. At 2h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Nike Site Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (I 79 / Raymond P Shafer Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Gregg, PA to Erie, PA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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