Origin
Rockland, PA
Morning in Rockland on Saturday
Local time
8:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockland, 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 3m
Distance
83.9 mi
135 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
★
6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockland, PA
Haneul Trac
Erie, PA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rockland, PA to Erie, PA covers 83.9 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 79, Twenty-Eighth Division Highway, US Highway 322 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 35.6 miles on I 79. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.9 miles from Rockland, PA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m 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 3m. Total distance: 83.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Rockland, PA to Erie, PA covers 83.9 miles and takes about 2h 3m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 79 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 16 miles in near US 322 / Liberty Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16 miles (US 322 / Liberty Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (US 322 / 13th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.1 miles (US 322 / Linden Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
16 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
US 322 / Liberty Street
Turn right onto US 322 / Liberty Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
16.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 322 / 13th Street
Turn right onto US 322 / 13th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
43.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 322 / Linden Street
Turn left onto US 322 / Linden Street
Navigation decision point
6
80.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m 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
6
83.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
|
State Street
Turn left onto State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 79 | 35.6 mi | 38m |
| Twenty-Eighth Division Highway | 16.3 mi | 23m |
| US Highway 322 | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| Meadville Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Cochranton Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Rockland Cranberry Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Cranberry Rockland Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| West 12th Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 79
— 35.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockland, PA and Erie, PA.
1
Start on Rockland Station Road
1.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Rockland Station Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Pittsville Road
1.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Pittsville Road
3
Continue on Rockland Cranberry Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Rockland Cranberry Road
4
Continue on Cranberry Rockland Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Cranberry Rockland Road
5
Turn left onto US 322
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
6
Continue on US 322
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 322
7
Continue on US 322
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lakes To the Sea Highway
8
Continue on US 322
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
8th Street
9
Turn right onto US 322
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto US 322
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
13th Street
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 322
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Meadville Pike
12
Turn left onto Grant Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Grant Street
13
Continue on US 322
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Twenty-Eighth Division Highway
14
Continue on US 322
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Meadville Road
15
Continue on US 322
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Cochranton Road
16
Continue on US 322
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Main Street
17
Turn left onto US 322
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Linden Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; US 19; US 322
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
French Creek Parkway
19
Continue on US 6; US 19; US 322
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Smock Highway
20
Continue on US 6; US 19; US 322
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Conneaut Lake Road
Use the straight lane.
21
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 79 North: Erie
Use the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto I 79
36 mi
·
38 min
·
I 79
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 183A
Toward PA 5 East, PA 290 East: 12th Street
24
Turn right onto PA 5; PA 290
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn left onto State Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
Use the left lane.
26
Arrive at destination
State Street
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.9 miles from Rockland, PA, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.6 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 18 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.9 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Erie, PA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Rockland, PA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Rockland, PA
This is one driving day of about 83.9 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Rockland, PA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 79 for about 35.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.9 mi from Rockland, PA · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.9 miles from Rockland, PA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.91 one way
$27.82 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $15.23 | $30.47 |
| premium | $4.93 | $16.27 | $32.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.52 | $37.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.81 | $4.03 |
| Efficient EV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.75 | $5.37 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Morning in Erie on Saturday
Local time
8:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 6 to 12 mph
46% chance
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
9 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 3m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Rockland, PA to Erie, PA covers 83.9 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 79, Twenty-Eighth Division Highway, US Highway 322. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.9 miles from Rockland, PA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.91 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 16 miles (US 322 / Liberty Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (US 322 / 13th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.1 miles (US 322 / Linden Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Rockland, 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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