How to get from Alexandria to Ithaca
The fastest way to travel from Alexandria to Ithaca takes approximately 529 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
529 min 744.6 km
4 transfers
A11
Y
R
Acela
Flixbus 2683
Departs from: S Washington St+King St
Walking: 15 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to S Washington St+King St
2
Take A11 Bus
Direction: North to Pentagon
From S Washington St+King St to Braddock Rd+Bay A (5 stops, 8 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform
4
Take Y Subway
Direction: Mount Vernon Square
From Braddock Road, Yellow/Blue Line Center Platform to Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform (7 stops, 18 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Gallery Place, Red Line Track 1 Platform
6
Take R Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Gallery Place, Red Line Track 1 Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform (1 stops, 3 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
8
Take Acela Train
Direction: New York
From Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (4 stops, 170 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
10
Take Flixbus 2683 Bus
Direction: Ithaca
From New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) to Ithaca (1 stops, 280 min)
11
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Ithaca
Public transport stations close to Alexandria
Alexandria is located in Ithaca and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Alexandria:
- S Washington St+King St
- King St + N Washington St
- N Washington St+King St
- King St + S Washington St
Public transport stations close to Ithaca
Ithaca is located in Ithaca and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Ithaca:
- Seneca Street Station
- Ithaca Commons - Seneca St
- Ithaca Commons - Aurora St
- Aurora @ State/Mlk
Alternative Route
584 min 736.7 km
3 transfers
F19
R
Northeast Regional
Flixbus 2683
Departs from: S Washington St+King St
Walking: 15 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to S Washington St+King St
2
Take F19 Bus
Direction: North to Potomac Park
From S Washington St+King St to I St Nw+17 St Nw (10 stops, 30 min)
3
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
4
Take R Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform (3 stops, 6 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
6
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: New York
From Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (7 stops, 201 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
8
Take Flixbus 2683 Bus
Direction: Ithaca
From New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) to Ithaca (1 stops, 280 min)
9
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Ithaca
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Alexandria to Ithaca.
How do I travel from Alexandria to Ithaca in Ithaca?
The quickest journey from Alexandria to Ithaca takes approximately 529 minutes via the A11 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Ithaca from Alexandria?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 584 minutes using the F19 bus line.
Can I get directly from Alexandria to Ithaca without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 529 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Alexandria and Ithaca?
The A11 line provides bus service between S Washington St+King St and Ithaca in Ithaca.
What is the journey time from Alexandria to Ithaca by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Alexandria to Ithaca in Ithaca takes approximately 529 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Alexandria to Ithaca?
Board the A11 bus at S Washington St+King St station, located near Alexandria in Ithaca.
Which station is closest to Ithaca?
The nearest stop to Ithaca is Ithaca station. Exit here to reach your destination in Ithaca.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.