Ithaca to Montreal: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.8 miles 413.2 km · straight line
320.9 miles estimated 516.5 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
34° NNE bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Montreal?

The distance from Ithaca to Montreal is 256.8 miles (413.2 km) as the crow flies. Montreal is located NNE of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.9 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Ithaca is in New York, United States, while Montreal is in Quebec, 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ithaca and Montreal. 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 Montreal

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $39–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & Montreal

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients