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Compare bus for New York, NY to Ithaca, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, while a bus costs an average of €55.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€55 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around €55 compared to roughly €41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-13.78. The journey takes 4h 50m versus 3h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus8:30 AM4h40New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.1:10 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY€1011One-way0 transfers
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FlixBus8:30 AM4h40New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.1:10 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY€1011One-way0 transfers
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FlixBus6:00 PM4h30New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.10:30 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY€1361One-way0 transfers
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FlixBus4:00 PM4h50New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.8:50 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY€1011One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:00 AM7h25New York, 28 Allen St., NY6:25 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY€1291One-way2 transfers
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3:30 PM5h20New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY8:50 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY€1431One-way1 transfer
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FAQs: Travel from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY
Travel to Ithaca, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY.

- Around 12 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New York, NY and Ithaca, NY as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. and arrive in Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY.
- Travel with New York Trailways, Infobus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways to go to Ithaca, NY by bus.
- 5 direct buses per day with New York Trailways, Infobus, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways.
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