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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Saranac Lake is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Saranac Lake is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $25 - $40.

How far is it from Schenectady to Saranac Lake?

The distance between Schenectady and Saranac Lake is 154 miles. The road distance is 138.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Saranac Lake without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 27m and costs $130 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Schenectady to Saranac Lake, including transfers.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Saranac Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Saranac Lake is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Schenectady to Saranac Lake.

Where can I stay near Saranac Lake?

There are 76+ hotels available in Saranac Lake.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Schenectady to Saranac Lake by train, taxi, bus, or car

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 Schenectady to Westport StationAdirondack
2. Take the taxi from Westport Station to Saranac Lake
3h 27m
$134–221
Drive 137.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Saranac Lake137.3 mi
2h 41m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saratoga Springs to Saranac LakeAdt 112 / ...
4h 20m
$29–134

Schenectady to Saranac Lake by train and bus

13Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.4 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

Trailways operates a bus from Saratoga Springs to Saranac Lake twice daily. Tickets cost $26–85 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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