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

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Ten ways to Travel from Ithaca, Ny to Chicago

Composite routes from Ithaca, Ny to Chicago

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$700.62
Plane from Rochester to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$1,210.17
Plane from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$764.32

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$242.03
Plane from Rochester to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$242.03
Plane from Rochester to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.54–$305.73
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$254.77

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Syracuse Hancock International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$636.93
Plane from Rochester to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$1,210.17
Plane from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$828.01

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Rochester to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$108.28–$331.20
Plane from Rochester to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$121.02–$394.90
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$121.02–$356.68
Plane from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$420.37

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Rochester to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
11h 43m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$229.29

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Buffalo to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$140.12
Bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$203.82

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ithaca to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$70.06
Bus from Buffalo to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$76.43
Bus from Ithaca to Scranton
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$56.05

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.76–$95.54

OurBus

Phone:
+1-844-800-6828
Website:
ourbus.com
Bus from Ithaca, NY to Syracuse
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.64–$54.78
Bus from Ithaca, NY to Rochester,
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$56.05
Bus from Ithaca, NY to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$59.87

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from Ithaca to Rochester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$58.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ithaca, NY to Chicago is to bus and train which costs $76.09 - $250 and takes 14h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ithaca, NY to Chicago is to bus and fly which takes 5h 46m and costs $108.70 - $815.22 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ithaca, NY to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Ithaca and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Buffalo and Cleveland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 33m.

How far is it from Ithaca, NY to Chicago?

The distance between Ithaca, NY and Chicago is 1107 km. The road distance is 1081.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ithaca, NY to Chicago without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 36m and costs $76.09 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Ithaca, NY to Chicago, including transfers.

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

Ithaca, NY to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ithaca station.

Where does the Ithaca, NY to Chicago bus arrive?

Ithaca, NY to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

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

Chicago is 1h behind Ithaca, NY. It is currently 16:12 in Ithaca, NY and 15:12 in Chicago.

Can I drive from Ithaca, NY to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Ithaca, NY to Chicago is 1081 km. It takes approximately 11h 22m to drive from Ithaca, NY to Chicago.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Chicago. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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