Ithaca to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

133.9 miles 215.5 km · straight line
167.4 miles estimated 269.4 km · driving distance
3h 22min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
212° SSW bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from State College?

The distance from Ithaca to State College is 133.9 miles (215.5 km) as the crow flies. State College is located SSW of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 167.4 miles, taking about 3h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Ithaca in New York and State College 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. 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. 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 State College. 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 State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 22min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 2min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 12min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & State College

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
State College
40.79°N, 77.86°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 186 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients