Ithaca to Philadelphia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

185.6 miles 298.7 km · straight line
229.8 miles actual route 369.8 km · driving distance
4h 36min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Philadelphia?

The distance from Ithaca to Philadelphia is 185.6 miles (298.7 km) as the crow flies. Philadelphia is located SSE of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 229.8 miles, taking about 4h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Ithaca in New York and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.

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 Ithaca and Philadelphia. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Philadelphia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 36min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 31min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 22min $28–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & Philadelphia

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 134.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM