How to travel from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY

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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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€41

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The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY is a bus with an average price of €55.
The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 20m.
Yes, you can take a bus between New York, NY and Ithaca, NY.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

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.

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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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 AM4h40
    New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
    1:10 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY
    €1011One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 AM4h40
    New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
    1:10 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY
    €1011One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:00 PM4h30
    New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
    10:30 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY
    €1361One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 PM4h50
    New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
    8:50 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY
    €1011One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 AM7h25
    New York, 28 Allen St., NY
    6:25 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY
    €1291One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    3:30 PM5h20
    New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY
    8:50 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY
    €1431One-way
    1 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.

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You can travel between New York, NY and Ithaca, NY by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY is a bus with an average price of €55.
The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 20m.
The distance from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY is approximately 175 miles (282 km).
The average frequency per day from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY is:
  • 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.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY:
  • Buses mostly depart from New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. and arrive in Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with New York Trailways, Infobus, Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways to go to Ithaca, NY by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY:
  • 5 direct buses per day with New York Trailways, Infobus, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways.
Omio customers who travel from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY often also extend their vacation to go to Boston, MA, Syracuse, NY, Newark, NJ, Washington, DC, Toronto, ON. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ithaca, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ithaca, NY to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ithaca, NY, you can tour the Ithaca Farmers Market for local produce and crafts, attend performances at the State Theatre of Ithaca, explore the interactive exhibits at the Sciencenter, and visit the Museum of the Earth. Enjoy a wine tasting tour along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. For sights, explore the Cornell Botanic Gardens, marvel at Ithaca Falls, visit the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, hike the Cascadilla Gorge Trail, or relax at Robert H. Treman State Park.
Three to four days in Ithaca, NY, is typically enough to explore its key attractions, including Cornell University, various state parks like Buttermilk Falls, and the vibrant downtown area.
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