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

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Ithaca is to line 5 bus and bus which costs $28 - $50 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst to Ithaca?

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Ithaca is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Ithaca?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst station to Ithaca. However, there are services departing from Main Street & University Station and arriving at Ithaca via Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Amherst to Ithaca?

The distance between Amherst and Ithaca is 211 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst to Ithaca without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst to Ithaca without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $70 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Amherst to Ithaca?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Amherst to Ithaca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Ithaca bus from?

Amherst to Ithaca bus services, operated by NFTA, depart from Main Street & University Station.

Where does the Amherst to Ithaca bus arrive?

Amherst to Ithaca bus services, operated by NFTA, arrive at South Division Street & Ellicott Loop station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Ithaca?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Ithaca is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Amherst to Ithaca.

Where can I stay near Ithaca?

There are 82+ hotels available in Ithaca.

Amherst to Ithaca - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 5 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Amherst to Ithaca by train, bus, bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Syracuse Regional Transportation Centertrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Ithacabus FlixBus 2691
4h 30m
$74–241
Drive 146.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amherst to Ithacacar 146.7 mi
2h 51m
$27–39
Line 5 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main Street & University Station to South Division Street & Ellicott Loopbus 5
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Ithacabus FlixBus 2685 / ...
5h 46m
$28–47

Amherst to Ithaca by bus

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.1 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Amherst, NY, USA and Ithaca, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Main Street & University Station to Ithaca via South Division Street & Ellicott Loop and Buffalo in around 5h 46m.

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