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Chicago, United States of America → Ithaca, NY, United States of America

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Ten ways to Travel from Chicago to Ithaca, Ny

Composite routes from Chicago to Ithaca, Ny

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Syracuse
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$700.62
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$764.32
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$1,210.17

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Syracuse
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$216.56
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
3h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$318.46

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Syracuse
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$636.93
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$1,210.17

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$420.37
Plane from Midway International Airport to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$140.12–$445.85

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$229.29

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$203.82
Bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$140.12

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$76.43
Bus from Buffalo to Ithaca
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$70.06
Bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Ithaca
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$70.06

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.49–$95.54
Bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$70.06

OurBus

Phone:
+1-844-800-6828
Website:
ourbus.com
Bus from Syracuse Airport, NY to Ithaca,
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.64–$54.78
Bus from Rochester, NY to Ithaca,
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.64–$56.05

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from Rochester, Ny to Ithaca
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$58.60
Bus from Scranton, Pa to Ithaca
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$70.06

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Ithaca, NY?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Ithaca, NY is to train and bus which costs $76.09 - $250 and takes 14h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Ithaca, NY?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Ithaca, NY is to fly and bus which takes 6h 19m and costs $97.83 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Ithaca, NY?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Ithaca, NY. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Ithaca via Cleveland, OH and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 28m.

How far is it from Chicago to Ithaca, NY?

The distance between Chicago and Ithaca, NY is 1106 km. The road distance is 1081.8 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Ithaca, NY without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Ithaca, NY without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 28m and costs $76.09 - $250 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Ithaca, NY?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Chicago to Ithaca, NY, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Ithaca, NY bus from?

Chicago to Ithaca, NY bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Ithaca, NY bus arrive?

Chicago to Ithaca, NY bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Ithaca, NY?

Ithaca, NY is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 06:24 in Chicago and 07:24 in Ithaca, NY.

Can I drive from Chicago to Ithaca, NY?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Ithaca, NY is 1082 km. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Chicago to Ithaca, NY.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Ithaca, NY?

Book your Chicago to Ithaca, NY bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ithaca, NY?

There are 52+ hotels available in Ithaca, NY. Prices start at $41.88 per night.
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