How do I get from Boston to Ithaca without flying?

The best way to travel from Boston to Ithaca is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Ithaca?

Traveling from Boston to Ithaca takes about 10h 35m on average, although the fastest bus will take 7h 20m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 278 miles (447 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Boston from Ithaca?

Boston and Ithaca are 278 miles (447 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Ithaca?

Most of the buses traveling from Boston to Ithaca leave from South Station and arrive at Green Street. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Ithaca?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $44.

How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Ithaca cost?

The bus ticket costs $71 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $44 and $184, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Boston (MA), US to Ithaca, US Bus Tickets

TodayMay 15

from $62

TomorrowMay 16

SatMay 17

SunMay 18

MonMay 19

from $37

TueMay 20

WedMay 21

ThuMay 22

Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 19 at 4:15pm
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Boston (South Station)
Arrival time: May 20 at 12:25am
Destination city: Ithaca
Destination location: Ithaca
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
Departure time: May 19 at 1:00am
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Boston (South Station)
Arrival time: May 19 at 11:35am
Destination city: Ithaca
Destination location: Ithaca
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
Departure time: May 19 at 2:15am
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Boston (South Station)
Arrival time: May 19 at 2:00pm
Destination city: Ithaca
Destination location: Ithaca
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 45m
Departure time: May 19 at 8:00am
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Boston (South Station)
Arrival time: May 19 at 6:25pm
Destination city: Ithaca
Destination location: Ithaca
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 25m
Departure time: May 19 at 11:00am
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
Arrival time: May 20 at 12:25am
Destination city: Ithaca
Destination location: Ithaca
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 25m

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Bus Boston to Ithaca: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$71

Average bus trip duration10h 35m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure1:00am

Distance278 miles (447 km)

Latest bus departure8:55pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,624 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

OurBus

4/53,055 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

With about 1 daily trips between Boston and Ithaca, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Greyhound

3.5/586,980 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Boston Ithaca recent customer reviews

I expected Greyhound to maintain the quality of their buses and have substitutes readily available during inclement weathers. However, I was shocked when my bus broke down on the side of a busy road somewhere in Boston 10 minutes into our trip. We waited around two hours for another bus to come, and rather than have someone move our luggages to the other bus, a few of the passengers, including me, were the ones moving the luggages. And then to find out that the heater on the new bus was broken for the entire duration of the bus ride to New York City. It was 10 degrees Celsius in the bus and -10 degrees outside for 5 hours. Additionally, it was a chaotic transfer, and I missed my bus to my campus; instead of waiting for a bus to Cornell University, which made a stop at Binghamton, I waited for Binghamton, which I didn't know was the wrong line. I'm disappointed that Greyhound is not up to par with taking care of their buses, and as a college student, I need a reliable mode of public transportation to visit my family and return to my campus for the holidays. Being a first-time user, I thought that your company was a dependable bus service. Rest assured I'm avoiding your service from now on.

Geena B.

January 19, 2020

Terrible service. Had to change three buses to reach my destination. I was going to miss my bus at Port authority due to the poor directions and also the details in the ticket. Very disappointed

Venkat Akshay C.

December 27, 2019

The first bus was late, so I had to wait for another connecting bus. They had the chance to put me in an earlier bus but because it was more expensive for them, they decided to let me wait 2 extra hours.

Claudia M.

July 17, 2018

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

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Where are the popular stops in Boston and Ithaca?

Stops in Boston

A - South Station

B - Back Bay Station

C - North Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Stops in Ithaca

A - Green Street

B - Greyhound Station

C - 108 Jessup Rd

Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston - Ithaca

How do I get from Boston to Ithaca without flying?
How long is the bus ride from Boston to Ithaca?
How far is Boston from Ithaca?
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What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Ithaca?
How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Ithaca cost?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/13

$53

05/14

$56

Today

$62

05/16

$72

05/17

$36

05/18

$58

05/19

$37

05/20

$62

The cheapest trip from Boston to Ithaca was searched and found on May 17, 2025 with a price of $36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston to Ithaca, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $36 to $122 for a bus ticket from Boston to Ithaca based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-05-17.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus Tickets from Boston, MA to Ithaca, NY

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Bus Boston to Ithaca: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Boston and Ithaca?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston - Ithaca

How do I get from Boston to Ithaca without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Boston to Ithaca?

How far is Boston from Ithaca?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Ithaca?

What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Ithaca?

How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Ithaca cost?

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