Ithaca to Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

138.4 miles 222.7 km · straight line
173 miles estimated 278.4 km · driving distance
3h 29min estimated drive time
$17 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Ithaca to Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada is 138.4 miles (222.7 km) as the crow flies. Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada is located WNW of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Ithaca is in New York, United States, while Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada 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 Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. 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 Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 29min $17 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 11min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 19min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
43.09°N, 79.08°W
America/Toronto
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 180 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients