The cheapest and fastest coaches from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $52.
Of the 10 buses that leave New York, NY for Ithaca, NY every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 282 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus1:45 PM4h40New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.6:25 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY$521One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:00 AM5h00New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.2:00 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY$611One-way0 changes
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FlixBus5:50 AM8h10New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station2:00 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY$621One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus9:20 AM4h40New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.2:00 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY$621One-way1 change
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FlixBus8:05 AM5h55New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY2:00 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY$621One-way1 change
Luxury Vans & Shuttle Bus Corp 3113701 1005008:00 AM4h20New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street12:20 PMIthaca, E Seneca St (Starbucks)$751One-way0 changes
ADT N8065:15 AM4h30New York, NY9:45 AMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY$661One-way0 changes
Field Trips 101 Inc. DOT# 1152299 MC# 6721795:30 PM4h30New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street10:00 PMIthaca, E Seneca St (Starbucks)$1101One-way0 changes
MOTOR COACH TOUR CORP DOT # 3321141 MC-106962811:30 AM4h35New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street4:05 PMIthaca, E Seneca St (Starbucks)$831One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:45 PM4h40New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.6:25 PMIthaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY$521One-way0 changes
Live departures
New York, NY to Ithaca, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Ithaca, NY coaches for today, Monday, 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4h45 | 9:45 PM Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
Field Trips 101 Inc. DOT# 1152299 MC# 672179 | 5:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h30 | 10:00 PM Ithaca, E Seneca St (Starbucks) | 0 changesdirect | |
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ADT N806 | 5:15 AM New York, NY | 4h30 | 9:45 AM Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 5:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 8h10 | 2:00 PM Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY | 2 changes | |
Luxury Vans & Shuttle Bus Corp 3113701 100500 | 8:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h20 | 12:20 PM Ithaca, E Seneca St (Starbucks) | 0 changesdirect | |
+ FlixBus | 8:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5h55 | 2:00 PM Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5h00 | 2:00 PM Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4h40 | 2:00 PM Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 7h25 | 6:25 PM Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY | 2 changes | |
MOTOR COACH TOUR CORP DOT # 3321141 MC-1069628 | 11:30 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h35 | 4:05 PM Ithaca, E Seneca St (Starbucks) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4h40 | 6:25 PM Ithaca, East Green Street (Cinemapolis - Downtown Ithaca), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY
Buses from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 282 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 282 km |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Trailways from New York, NY to Ithaca, NYYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Ithaca, NY with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Trailways for as low as $36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: New York, NY to Ithaca, NY coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ithaca, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Ithaca, NY
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
