How far is Ithaca, NY from Albany, NY?

Fastest route

The distance from Ithaca, New York, to Albany, New York is approximately 166 miles (267 kilometers). The fastest route, which includes toll roads, will take around 2 hours and 55 minutes via I-88 E and I-90 E.

Directions

1. Head south on N Albany St toward Esty St.
2. Turn left onto W Buffalo St.
3. Turn right onto Stewart Ave.
4. Turn left onto E M.L.K. Jr. St/E State St.
5. Continue onto NY-79 E/Slaterville Rd. Pass by Dunkin' (on the left in 28.8 mi).
6. At the traffic circle, continue straight onto NY-206.
7. Turn left to merge onto I-88 E.

Continue on I-88 E to Albany. Take exit 4B from I-787.

1. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 25-1 to merge onto I-90 E toward Albany (Toll road).
2. Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 24 for I-87 N/I-90 E toward Albany/Montreal (Toll road).
3. Continue onto I-87 N/I-90 E (Toll road).
4. Keep left to continue on I-90 E.
5. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 6A to merge onto I-787 S toward Albany/Rensselaer.
6. Take exit 4B for US-9 N toward Clinton Ave.
7. Take Chapel St and Eagle St to Washington Ave.
8. Continue onto US-9 N/Clinton Ave.
9. Turn right onto Columbia St. Columbia St turns left and becomes Eagle St.
10. Continue straight onto Washington Ave.

Tips & Suggestions

• 🚗 Plan your departure time: Consider avoiding peak traffic hours to save time and have a smoother journey.
• 🛣️ Check for tolls: Be prepared for toll expenses along the route, so ensure you have cash or a compatible electronic tolling system.
• ⛽ Refuel before the trip: Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey, especially if it's a long drive with limited gas stations on the way.
• 🚧 Check for road closures: Before starting your trip, check for any road closures or construction updates that may affect your route.
• 📱 Use navigation apps: Utilize navigation apps on your smartphone or GPS devices to get real-time traffic updates and find the best alternative routes if needed.
• 🚙 Take breaks: If it's a long drive, consider taking short breaks to rest, stretch, and refresh yourself during the journey.
• 🧭 Carry a map: Although navigation apps are helpful, having a physical map can be handy in case of GPS signal loss or other technical issues.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Ithaca and Albany is 140.25 miles (225.72 km).

Flight distance from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY is 140.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 20 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 18 minutes to travel from Ithaca to Albany with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Ithaca, New York to Albany, New York is: 165.92 miles (267.02 km) by car.

Driving from Ithaca to Albany will take approximately 03 hours 01 minutes.

#1 Ithaca

City in New York, USA

Population	30981
GPS Coordinates	42°26'26"N 76°29'48"W
Latitude	42.4406300
Longitude	-76.4966100
Altitude	125
Country	United States

#2 Albany

The capital of New York State. It is located on the Hudson River in the eastern part of the state. Albany is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Empire State Plaza and the New York State Museum.

Population	95429
GPS Coordinates	42°39'9"N 73°45'22"W
Latitude	42.6525800
Longitude	-73.7562300
Altitude	45
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Ithaca and Albany

The distance between Ithaca and Albany is 267 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 58 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Ithaca and Albany. The current time is 05:32:38.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 22.16 liters (5.85 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Ithaca and Albany.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ithaca to Albany is $22.04 (diesel $27.48).

New York gas prices.

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in New York ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.764 (Diesel $4.694) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Ithaca and Albany (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.