Ithaca to Sparta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

136.8 miles 220.2 km · straight line
171.1 miles estimated 275.3 km · driving distance
3h 26min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
135° SE bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Sparta?

The distance from Ithaca to Sparta is 136.8 miles (220.2 km) as the crow flies. Sparta is located SE of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 171.1 miles, taking about 3h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Ithaca in New York and Sparta in New Jersey.

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 Sparta. 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 Sparta

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 26min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 7min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 16min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & Sparta

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
Sparta
41.03°N, 74.64°W
America/New_York
228m 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 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 182 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients