Frederick to Ithaca: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.6 miles 345.4 km · straight line
268.3 miles estimated 431.8 km · driving distance
5h 24min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
12° NNE bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Ithaca?

The distance from Frederick to Ithaca is 214.6 miles (345.4 km) as the crow flies. Ithaca is located NNE of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 268.3 miles, taking about 5h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Frederick in Maryland 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frederick 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 Frederick to Ithaca

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 24min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 29min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 8min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Ithaca

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m 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 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients