Boston, Massachusetts to Ithaca: Road Trip Guide & Distance

277.7 miles 446.9 km · straight line
332.4 miles actual route 534.9 km · driving distance
6h 47min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
273° W bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Ithaca?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Ithaca is 277.7 miles (446.9 km) as the crow flies. Ithaca is located W of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.4 miles, taking about 6h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Ithaca in New York.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Ithaca. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Ithaca

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 47min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 8min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 27min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Ithaca

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM