Ithaca to West Milford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142.5 miles 229.4 km · straight line
178.2 miles estimated 286.8 km · driving distance
3h 35min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
129° SE bearing direction

How far is Ithaca from West Milford?

The distance from Ithaca to West Milford is 142.5 miles (229.4 km) as the crow flies. West Milford is located SE of Ithaca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 178.2 miles, taking about 3h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Ithaca in New York and West Milford 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 West Milford. 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 West Milford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 35min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 18min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 24min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ithaca & West Milford

Quick Facts

Ithaca
42.44°N, 76.50°W
America/New_York
124m elevation
West Milford
41.13°N, 74.37°W
America/New_York
212m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 174.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients