Ithaca to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246 miles 395.9 km · straight line
303.7 miles actual route 488.7 km · driving distance
6h 52min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
187° S bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Washington DC?

The distance from Ithaca to Washington DC is 246 miles (395.9 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located S of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.7 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Ithaca in New York and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ithaca and Washington DC. 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 Washington DC

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 52min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 14min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~6h 31min $36–$106* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM