Carlisle, Pennsylvania to Ithaca: Road Trip Guide & Distance

159 miles 255.9 km · straight line
198.8 miles estimated 319.9 km · driving distance
4h 0min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
13° NNE bearing direction

How far is Carlisle, Pennsylvania from Ithaca?

The distance from Carlisle, Pennsylvania to Ithaca is 159 miles (255.9 km) as the crow flies. Ithaca is located NNE of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 198.8 miles, taking about 4h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Carlisle, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carlisle, Pennsylvania and Ithaca. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Carlisle, Pennsylvania to Ithaca

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 0min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 48min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 48min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carlisle, Pennsylvania & Ithaca

Quick Facts

Carlisle, Pennsylvania
40.20°N, 77.19°W
America/New_York
146m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 156.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients