Ithaca to Lindsay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

172.9 miles 278.2 km · straight line
216.1 miles estimated 347.8 km · driving distance
4h 21min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Lindsay?

The distance from Ithaca to Lindsay is 172.9 miles (278.2 km) as the crow flies. Lindsay is located NW of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.1 miles, taking about 4h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Ithaca is in New York, United States, while Lindsay is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Ithaca and Lindsay. 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 Ithaca to Lindsay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 21min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 13min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 8min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & Lindsay

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
Lindsay
44.35°N, 78.73°W
America/Toronto
261m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 144.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients