What is the cheapest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake?

The fastest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Poughkeepsie and Saranac Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake. However, there are services departing from Poughkeepsie Main & Market and arriving at Saranac Lake via Rt 32 & Henry Dubois Dr, Rosendale and Albany. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake?

The distance between Poughkeepsie and Saranac Lake is 241 miles. The road distance is 220.4 miles.

How do I travel from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 56m and costs $160 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake bus from?

Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Rosendale station.

Where does the Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake bus arrive?

Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany station.

Can I drive from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake.

Where can I stay near Saranac Lake?

There are 76+ hotels available in Saranac Lake.

Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake by train, taxi, bus, car, 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.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Westport Station
3. Take the taxi from Westport Station to Saranac Lake
5h 56m
$167–269
Drive 219.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake219.1 mi
4h 14m
$40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Saratoga Springs Amtrak StationEthan Allen Express / ...
2. Take the bus from Saratoga Springs to Saranac LakeAdt 112 / ...
6h 5m
$81–164
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie to Grand Central Terminal
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Saranac Lake (SLK)JFK - SLK
5h 55m
$214–333
Train, bus via Albany
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Albany to Saranac LakeAdt 112 / ...
6h 25m
$48–191
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rosendale to AlbanyAdt 276 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albany to Saranac LakeAdt 112 / ...
8h 21m
$47–150

Poughkeepsie to Saranac Lake by train and bus

13Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.5 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Poughkeepsie, NY, USA and Saranac Lake, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Poughkeepsie Main & Market to Saranac Lake via Rt 32 & Henry Dubois Dr, Rosendale, and Albany in around 8h 21m.

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