Question 1

How far is Ithaca from New York?

Accepted Answer

Ithaca is about 222.7 miles (358.4 kilometers) from New York City. On average, the travel time between the two cities is 4 to 5 and a half hours by bus. In perfect weather and with clear traffic, a direct bus can make it to Ithaca in as fast as 3 hours.

Question 2

How do you get from downtown Ithaca to Cornell?

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Cornell University is a 4-minute drive from downtown Ithaca. To get to Cornell from downtown, there is a bus called TCAT (Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit) that charges an adult fare of $1.50. Throughout downtown, there are many TCAT bus stops with maps that show how to get to Cornell. Alternatively, since Cornell is so close to downtown Ithaca, many students just walk to campus — which takes about 22 minutes. Uber and Lyft are also available.

Question 3

Is there a train from New York to Ithaca?

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Unfortunately, there are no direct trains to Ithaca from New York City. The best option is to take the train to Syracuse (either the Amtrak Empire Service or Amtrak Maple Leaf), and switch to a bus for an additional 1.5 hours of travel. The average cost for a train ticket on this route is $95. All in all, you’re probably better off taking a bus for this route.

Question 4

Is it safe to travel by bus from New York to Ithaca during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
Although masks are no longer required on public transportation, we stand behind CDC guidelines that encourage passengers to wear a mask over their nose and mouth while on the bus or in stations.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 5

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

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Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking buses from New York to Ithaca. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the bus and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Question 6

What bus companies travel from New York to Ithaca?

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There are 5 bus lines from New York to Ithaca available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 7 daily trips, OurBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Question 7

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Ithaca?

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In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from New York to Ithaca was $25.00. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Ithaca if you book your train tickets at least 27 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $23.34.

Question 8

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 16 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Ithaca every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 14 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Ithaca; ticket prices start at $85.00.

Question 9

How long is the bus ride from New York to Ithaca?

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The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 176 miles from New York to Ithaca. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 45 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Question 10

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

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The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Ithaca, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 11

Get around town with Moovit

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Find the best way to get to and from any station in Ithaca by public transit, courtesy of Moovit. Search now

Question 12

Where does the bus arrive in Ithaca?

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Buses arrive in Ithaca at 6 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Question 13

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

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Buses to Ithaca leave from 15 stations in New York.

Question 14

Prices as travel date approaches

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By booking your bus trip from New York to Ithaca on Wanderu at least 27 days ahead of time, you can save about $23.34 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Question 15

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next 30 days, a one-way bus trip from New York to Ithaca will cost between  and . Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Question 16

Monthly average prices

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Ticket prices for the train from New York to Ithaca often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in  when the average ticket price is only . If you're thinking of traveling from New York to Ithaca during , keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of  during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in , is to book your trip well in advance.

Question 17

Need a return trip from Ithaca to New York?

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Question 18

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.