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There are 10 ways to get from Boston to Cornell University by bus, train, car or plane

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Bus  •  8h 11m

  1. Take the bus from Boston, MA to Ithaca, NY OurBus

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Train, bus via New York  •  9h 30m

  1. Take the train from Boston to New York Penn Station Acela / ...
  2. Take the bus from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY OurBus

Bus via Utica  •  9h 46m

  1. Take the bus from Boston to Utica Bus Stop Greyhound US0270
  2. Take the bus from Utica, NY to Ithaca, NY OurBus

Train, bus  •  11h 59m

  1. Take the train from Boston to Utica Amtrak Station Lake Shore Limited
  2. Take the bus from Utica, NY to Ithaca, NY OurBus

Drive  •  6h 15m

  1. Drive from Boston to Cornell University 332.5 miles

Fly to Ithaca  •  5h 55m

  1. Fly from Boston (BOS) to Ithaca (ITH) BOS - ITH

Fly to Syracuse, bus  •  5h 20m

  1. Fly from Boston (BOS) to Syracuse (SYR) BOS - SYR
  2. Take the bus from Syracuse Airport, NY to Ithaca, NY

Fly to Rochester, bus  •  6h 21m

  1. Fly from Boston (BOS) to Rochester (ROC) BOS - ROC
  2. Take the bus from Rochester, NY to Ithaca, NY

Fly to Buffalo, bus  •  7h 16m

  1. Fly from Boston (BOS) to Buffalo (BUF) BOS - BUF
  2. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Ithaca

Fly to Newark, bus  •  7h 41m

  1. Fly from Boston (BOS) to Newark (EWR) BOS - EWR
  2. Take the bus from Newark Airport, NJ to Ithaca, NY

Boston to Cornell University by train, bus and walk

2 Weekly Services
11h 59m Average Duration
$21 Cheapest Price
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The cheapest way to get from Boston to Cornell University is to bus which costs $7 - $65 and takes 8h 11m.

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The fastest way to get from Boston to Cornell University is to fly and bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $85 - $420.

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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Boston, MA and arriving at Ithaca, NY. Services depart twice a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

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The distance between Boston and Cornell University is 384 miles. The road distance is 332.5 miles.

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The best way to get from Boston to Cornell University without a car is to bus which takes 8h 11m and costs $7 - $65.

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The bus from Boston, MA to Ithaca, NY takes 7h 50m including transfers and departs twice a week.

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Boston to Cornell University bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Boston, MA station.

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The best way to get from Boston to Cornell University is to bus which takes 8h 11m and costs $7 - $65. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $700 and takes 5h 55m.

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Boston to Cornell University bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Ithaca, NY station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Cornell University is 333 miles. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Boston to Cornell University.

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Map of how to get from Boston to Cornell University.
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  • Distance: 384.3 miles
  • Duration: 8h 11m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Cornell University, NY, USA?

OurBus operates a bus from Boston, MA to Ithaca, NY twice a week. Tickets cost $7 - $65 and the journey takes 7h 50m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Delta and three other airlines fly from Boston to Cornell University hourly.

Airlines
United Airlines
Website
united.com
Flights from Boston to Ithaca via Newark
Ave. Duration
4h 21m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$160 - $650
Flights from Boston to Rochester via Newark
Ave. Duration
3h 53m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$100 - $550
Flights from Boston to Newark
Ave. Duration
1h 25m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$65 - $400
Delta
Website
delta.com
Flights from Boston to Ithaca via New York JFK
Ave. Duration
6h 32m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$160 - $600
Flights from Boston to Newark
Ave. Duration
1h 28m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$95 - $370
JetBlue Airways
Website
jetblue.com
Flights from Boston to Syracuse
Ave. Duration
1h 14m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$90 - $410
Flights from Boston to Buffalo
Ave. Duration
1h 34m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$110 - $650
Flights from Boston to Buffalo via New York JFK
Ave. Duration
3h 57m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$110 - $650
American Airlines
Website
aa.com
Flights from Boston to Syracuse
Ave. Duration
1h 22m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
$130 - $550
Flights from Boston to Rochester
Ave. Duration
1h 35m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
$85 - $550
Flights from Boston to Rochester via Philadelphia
Ave. Duration
4h
When
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price
$85 - $550
Southwest Airlines
Website
southwest.com
Flights from Boston to Rochester via Baltimore
Ave. Duration
3h 35m
When
Sunday
Estimated price
$120 - $600
Spirit Airlines
Website
spirit.com
Flights from Boston to Newark
Ave. Duration
1h 28m
When
Every day
Estimated price
$80 - $380
Train operators
Amtrak Acela

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

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Contact Details
Phone
+1 800-872-7245
Website
amtrak.com
Train from Boston to New York Penn Station
Ave. Duration
3h 44m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
$50 - $500
Schedules at
https://www.amtrak.com/acela-train
Website
https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
Business Seat - Child 2-12
$26 - $180
Business Seat - Seniors and Active Military
$45 - $330
Business Seat - Adult
$50 - $360
First Class - Child 2-12
$85 - $300
First Class - Senior Citizens
$170 - $550
First Class - Adult
$170 - $500
Amtrak Northeast Regional

Amtrak’s Northeast Regional train service serves the US’ busy northeast corridor from Virginia to Massachusetts; major stops include Boston, Providence, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington DC and Baltimore. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a quiet car, cafe and business-class seating, and travelling with a small dog or cat is permitted. Book at least 14 days in advance for a cheaper Saver Fare.

Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak Northeast Regional
Contact Details
Phone
+1 800-872-7245
Website
amtrak.com
Train from Boston to New York Penn Station
Ave. Duration
5h 4m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
$30 - $220
Website
https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
Schedules at
https://www.amtrak.com/northeast-regional-train
Child 2-12 with paid adult
$12 - $110
Reserved Coach Seat
$30 - $220
Business Class Seat
$110 - $260
Amtrak

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact Details
Phone
+1 800-872-7245
Website
amtrak.com
Train from Boston to Utica Amtrak Station
Ave. Duration
7h 55m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$12 - $130
Website
https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
Child Coach - Advance Purchase
$12 - $50
Child Coach - short notice
$28 - $45
Child Business Class - advance purchase
$24 - $80
Child Business Class - short notice
$26 - $80
Coach Seat - Advance Purchase
$35 - $75
Business Seat - advance purchase
$50 - $160
Business Seat - short notice
$55 - $150
Coach Seat - short notice
$30 - $130
Bus operators
OurBus
Phone
+1-844-800-6828
Email
pr@ourbus.com
Website
ourbus.com
Bus from Boston, MA to Ithaca, NY
Ave. Duration
7h 50m
Frequency
Twice a week
Estimated price
$7 - $65
Website
https://www.ourbus.com
Bus from New York, NY to Ithaca, NY
Ave. Duration
4h 10m
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
$7 - $60
Website
https://www.ourbus.com
Bus from Utica, NY to Ithaca, NY
Ave. Duration
2h 45m
Frequency
Twice a week
Estimated price
$7 - $50
Website
https://www.ourbus.com
Bus from Syracuse Airport, NY to Ithaca, NY
Ave. Duration
1h 45m
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
$7 - $50
Website
https://www.ourbus.com
Bus from Rochester, NY to Ithaca, NY
Ave. Duration
2h 30m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
$7 - $50
Website
https://www.ourbus.com
Bus from Newark Airport, NJ to Ithaca, NY
Ave. Duration
4h
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
$7 - $60
Website
https://www.ourbus.com
Greyhound USA

Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. Greyhound carries around 18 million passengers a year who travel 5.4 billion miles (8.6 billion km) a year on their fleet of around 1700 vehicles. For travel flexibility, you can board or get off a Greyhound bus at official Greyhound stations, partner stations and curbside stops. There are around 230 Greyhound stations across the US where you can both catch your bus and buy tickets, that are also available on the official website and via the mobile app.

Rome2Rio's guide to Greyhound USA
Contact Details
Phone
+1 214-849-8100
Email
ifsr@greyhound.com
Website
greyhound.com
Bus from Boston to Utica Bus Stop
Ave. Duration
5h 40m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$30 - $75
Website
https://www.greyhound.com/
Flixbus USA
Phone
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website
flixbus.com
Bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Ithaca
Ave. Duration
3h 20m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
$15 - $60
Schedules at
flixbus.com
Adult
$15 - $60

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