Ithaca to Watertown, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

109.9 miles 176.8 km · straight line
137.3 miles estimated 221 km · driving distance
2h 46min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
16° NNE bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from Watertown, New York?

The distance from Ithaca to Watertown, New York is 109.9 miles (176.8 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, New York is located NNE of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 137.3 miles, taking about 2h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States.

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 Watertown, New York. 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 Watertown, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 46min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 19min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 38min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & Watertown, New York

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
Watertown, New York
43.97°N, 75.91°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 226.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients