How much is the bus ticket from Ithaca to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ithaca to Philadelphia start from $44. The average price for this route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Ithaca to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Ithaca to Philadelphia is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 185 miles (299 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Ithaca to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , OurBus , New York Trailways .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ithaca to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Ithaca to Philadelphia at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ithaca to Philadelphia?

A bus trip from Ithaca to Philadelphia generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Ithaca to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ithaca to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Ithaca to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ithaca to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Ithaca to Philadelphia from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ithaca to Philadelphia on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:10am	Green Street	7h 55m	7:05pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
	Bus	3:00pm	130 E Seneca St	5h 40m	8:40pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Ithaca	7h 20m	4:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	9:00am	Ithaca	8h	5:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:10am	Green Street	8h 20m	7:30pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	No tags

Next departures for Ithaca to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Ithaca	10h 20m	12:50am	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15pm	Ithaca	7h 50m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Ithaca	13h 15m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Ithaca	14h	9:15am	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:10am	Green Street	7h 55m	7:05pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags

Next departures for Ithaca to Philadelphia on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Ithaca	10h 35m	7:35pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15pm	Ithaca	7h 50m	3:05am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Ithaca	8h 20m	5:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	4:35pm	Ithaca	9h 15m	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:10am	Green Street	7h 55m	7:05pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:19 PM EST.

Get from Ithaca to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

9h 15mAverage Duration

185 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Ithaca and Philadelphia?

Stops in Ithaca

A
Green Street
131 E Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
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B
Greyhound Station
710 West State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
C
108 Jessup Rd
108 Jessup Road, Cayuga Heights, NY 14850, USA

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

4/53,159 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 2 daily trips between Ithaca and Philadelphia, 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.

OurBus Ithaca Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The bus never came. I contacted OurBus and the chat guy, Adam, wrote that there was no bus today from Ithaca to Philadelphia. I will certainly never do business with OurBus again. Instead of arriving at 7PM, I got here at 11:50 PM.

Lucy B.

February 26, 2019

I actually admire the driver for his professionalism

Amos Diggay K.

December 25, 2018

New York Trailways

4/54,416 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ithaca, US to Philadelphia, PA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Ithaca to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ithaca to Philadelphia start from $44. The average price for this route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ithaca to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Ithaca to Philadelphia is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 185 miles (299 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Ithaca to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, OurBus, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ithaca to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Ithaca to Philadelphia at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ithaca to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Ithaca to Philadelphia generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ithaca to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ithaca to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ithaca to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ithaca to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/26

$90

11/27

$83

Today

$90

11/29

$90

11/30

$88

12/01

No data

12/02

$50

12/03

$46

The cheapest trip from Ithaca, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $141 for a bus ticket from Ithaca, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually OurBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.