How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Ithaca cost?

The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Ithaca starts at R 535. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Ithaca is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Ithaca?

The average travel time between Philadelphia and Ithaca is around 9h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 299 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Ithaca?

The number of buses from Philadelphia to Ithaca can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Ithaca by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Ithaca?

When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Ithaca, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, OurBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Ithaca?

Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Ithaca leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Green Street, Greyhound Station, 108 Jessup Rd.

Bus Philadelphia to Ithaca from R 654 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Ithaca on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 55m	21:15	Ithaca	Cheapest
	Bus	15:00	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	7h	22:00	130 E Seneca St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:35	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 24m	23:59	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	13h 5m	11:35	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Spring Garden St & Front St	7h 30m	22:00	130 E Seneca St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:25	Schuylkill & Walnut	10h 34m	23:59	Ithaca	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	10h 34m	23:59	Ithaca	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Ithaca on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 35m	11:35	Ithaca	Cheapest
	Bus	11:10	12 Schuylkill Ave	6h	17:10	130 E Seneca St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 40m	14:00	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h	11:35	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	15:00	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	7h	22:00	130 E Seneca St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 5m	18:25	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 40m	18:25	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Spring Garden St & Front St	7h 30m	22:00	130 E Seneca St	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Ithaca on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	13h 5m	11:35	Ithaca	Cheapest
	Bus	11:00	Cherry Hill Mall	7h 25m	18:25	Ithaca	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 40m	14:00	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 25m	14:00	Ithaca	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 5m	18:25	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 40m	18:25	Ithaca	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:35	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 24m	23:59	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	13:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 55m	21:15	Ithaca	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Ithaca on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:35	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 24m	23:59	Ithaca	Cheapest
	Bus	11:10	12 Schuylkill Ave	6h	17:10	130 E Seneca St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:00	199 Spring Garden St.	9h 35m	11:35	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h	11:35	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	15:00	Philadelphia Mills - RED Lot	7h	22:00	130 E Seneca St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 40m	14:00	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 40m	18:25	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Spring Garden St & Front St	7h 30m	22:00	130 E Seneca St	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Ithaca on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:20	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 40m	14:00	Ithaca	Cheapest
	Bus	10:40	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	7h 45m	18:25	Ithaca	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	199 Spring Garden St.	10h 5m	18:25	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	03:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 25m	14:00	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 40m	18:25	Ithaca	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	8h	14:00	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	11h 15m	18:25	Ithaca	No tags
	Bus	10:25	Schuylkill & Walnut	8h	18:25	Ithaca	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:34 AM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Ithaca

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 535, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

9h 35mAverage duration

298 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 294 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

OurBus

4/53 147 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Based on 3147 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. OurBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 733

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.

5 July 2019

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Ithaca?

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Stops in Ithaca

A - Green Street

B - Greyhound Station

C - 108 Jessup Rd

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Ithaca, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Ithaca cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to Ithaca starts at R 535. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to Ithaca is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Ithaca?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and Ithaca is around 9h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 299 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and Ithaca?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to Ithaca can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to Ithaca by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to Ithaca?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to Ithaca, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, OurBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to Ithaca?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and Ithaca leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Green Street, Greyhound Station, 108 Jessup Rd.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

R 1 298

12/11

R 1 150

Today

R 1 011

14/11

R 1 054

15/11

R 1 054

16/11

R 1 098

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18/11

R 828

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Ithaca, US was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 828

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

You can expect to pay from R 828 to R 1 569 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Ithaca, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 828, which is on 2025-11-18.

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.