What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa is to bus which costs $23 - $30 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Ballston Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa. However, there are services departing from New York, NY - Midtown and arriving at Rt 50 & High St via Albany St & Georgetta Dix Plz and Gateway Plaza Mobility Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Ballston Spa is 185 miles. The road distance is 173.9 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa without a car is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $23 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from New York, NY - Midtown station.

Train or bus from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $23 - $30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $190 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa.

Where can I stay near Ballston Spa?

There are 139+ hotels available in Ballston Spa.

Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa by bus, train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to SchenectadyNyc / ...
4h 34m
$23–30
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 19m
$61–189
Drive 172.9 mi
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa172.9 mi
3h 19m
$32–46
Train, bus, fly, line 370 bus, line 450 bus
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to 125th Street - Harlem
2. Take the bus from E 125 St/Lexington Av to Laguardia Rd/94 St
3. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)LGA - ALB
4. Take the bus from Rt 7 & Ronald Dr to Gateway Plaza Mobility Center
5. Take the bus from Gateway Plaza Mobility Center to Rt 50 & High St
5h 9m
$241–623
Bus, line 905 bus
1. Take the bus from New York to AlbanyAdt 278 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broadway/SUNY Plaza Station - B'way & SUNY Plaza to Gateway Plaza Mobility Center905
5h 7m
$31–104
Train via Ossining
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Croton-HarmonHudson
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
5h 40m
$36–119

Grand Central Terminal to Ballston Spa by foot and bus

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Ballston Spa, NY, USA?

Fox Bus operates a bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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