Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Ithaca on August 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	10h 29m	11:59pm	Ithaca	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	6h 30m	5:00am	Ithaca	Fastest
	Bus	3:15am	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 20m	11:35am	Ithaca	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:05am	Philadelphia Bus Station	8h 5m	2:10pm	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	2:30pm	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	7h 30m	10:00pm	130 E Seneca St	No tags
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	12:25am	Philadelphia (Bus Terminal)	9h 20m	9:45am	131 East Green Street	No tags
	Bus	10:35am	Philadelphia Bus Station	7h 50m	6:25pm	Ithaca	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30pm	Philadelphia Bus Station	10h 45m	12:15am	Cornell University North Campus	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:49 PM EDT.

Get from Philadelphia to Ithaca

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

185 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Ithaca

Stops in Philadelphia

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

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,428 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

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

4.0/53,311 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

With about 2 daily trips between Philadelphia and Ithaca, 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 Philadelphia Ithaca recent customer reviews

Great driver; we made great time (probably due to the holiday, we even had an extra 20 minutes at the Allentown rest stop to get out and stretch our legs, refill water bottles, etc.) and arrived early in Ithaca.

Jennifer R.

July 5, 2019

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways, Elite

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA, US to Ithaca, US 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 Philadelphia to Ithaca?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Ithaca start from $40. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Philadelphia to Ithaca?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Ithaca is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 185 miles (298 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Ithaca route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Ithaca?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Ithaca at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Ithaca?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Ithaca generates an estimated 7.447775 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 Philadelphia to Ithaca?
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 3311 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Ithaca?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Ithaca?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Ithaca?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

08/28

$68

08/29

$60

Today

$74

08/31

$56

09/01

No data

09/02

$35

09/03

$32

09/04

$50

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Ithaca, US was searched and found on Sep 3, 2026 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $130 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA, US to Ithaca, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-09-03.

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.