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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Lake George is to drive which costs $9 - $13 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Lake George is to drive which takes 1h and costs $9 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Lake George?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady station to Lake George. However, there are services departing from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway and arriving at Lake George via Albany. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Lake George?

The distance between Schenectady and Lake George is 51 miles. The road distance is 49.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Lake George without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $28 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Schenectady to Lake George, including transfers.

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

Schenectady to Lake George bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), depart from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway.

Where does the Schenectady to Lake George bus arrive?

Schenectady to Lake George bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), arrive at Albany Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Lake George?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Lake George is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Schenectady to Lake George.

Where can I stay near Lake George?

There are 195+ hotels available in Lake George.

Schenectady to Lake George - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Schenectady to Lake George by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Saratoga Springs Amtrak Stationtrain Adirondack / ...
2. Take the bus from Saratoga Springs to Lake Georgebus Adt A112
2h 20m
$28–78
Drive 49 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Lake Georgecar 49 mi
1h
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Schenectady to Lake Georgetaxi 49 mi
1h
$150–180
Line 905 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Albany Bus Terminalbus 905
2. Take the bus from Albany to Lake Georgebus Adt A112
3h 50m
$20–42

Schenectady to Lake George by train and bus

7Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.3 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Lake George via Albany Bus Terminal and Albany in around 3h 50m.

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