What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Lake Champlain?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady station to Lake Champlain. However, there are services departing from Veterans Park Station - State St & Veeder Ave and arriving at Downtown Transit Center Burlington via Greyhound \ Trailways Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Lake Champlain?

The distance between Schenectady and Lake Champlain is 153 miles. The road distance is 135.3 miles.

How do I travel from Schenectady to Lake Champlain without a car?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $20 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Lake Champlain bus from?

Schenectady to Lake Champlain bus services, operated by Vermont Translines, depart from Greyhound \ Trailways Terminal station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Lake Champlain?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $20 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Schenectady to Lake Champlain bus arrive?

Schenectady to Lake Champlain bus services, operated by Vermont Translines, arrive at Downtown Transit Center Burlington station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Lake Champlain?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Lake Champlain is 135 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Schenectady to Lake Champlain.

Where can I stay near Lake Champlain?

There are 128+ hotels available in Lake Champlain.

Schenectady to Lake Champlain - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to BurlingtonEthan Allen Express
5h 28m
$21–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyhound \ Trailways Terminal to Downtown Transit Center Burlington7
6h 48m
$30–42
Drive 134.5 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Burlington134.5 mi
3h 11m
$25–36

Schenectady to Lake Champlain by train and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Schenectady to Lake Champlain.

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Lake Champlain, VT, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Burlington once daily. Tickets cost $19–85 and the journey takes 4h 22m. Alternatively, Vermont Translines operates a bus from Greyhound \ Trailways Terminal to Downtown Transit Center Burlington twice daily. Tickets cost $29–40 and the journey takes 4h 57m.

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