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

The cheapest way to get from Albany to Lake Champlain is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Albany to Lake Champlain is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Albany and Lake Champlain?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from AMTRAK Station Rensselaer station and arriving at Downtown Transit Center Burlington. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Albany and Lake Champlain?

No, there is no direct train from Albany station to Lake Champlain. However, there are services departing from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and arriving at Burlington via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Albany to Lake Champlain?

The distance between Albany and Lake Champlain is 171 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Albany to Lake Champlain without a car is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs $29 - $40.

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

The bus from AMTRAK Station Rensselaer to Downtown Transit Center Burlington takes 4h 47m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Albany to Lake Champlain bus services, operated by Vermont Translines, depart from AMTRAK Station Rensselaer.

Where do I catch the Albany to Lake Champlain train from?

Albany to Lake Champlain train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Albany to Lake Champlain?

The best way to get from Albany to Lake Champlain is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs $29 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Albany to Lake Champlain bus arrive?

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

Where does the Albany to Lake Champlain train arrive?

Albany to Lake Champlain train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Burlington station.

Can I drive from Albany to Lake Champlain?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Lake Champlain is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Albany to Lake Champlain.

Where can I stay near Lake Champlain?

There are 120+ hotels available in Lake Champlain.

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

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best
1. Take the bus from AMTRAK Station Rensselaer to Downtown Transit Center Burlingtonbus 7
4h 47m
$29–40
Drive 139.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Albany to Burlingtoncar 139.2 mi
3h 23m
$26–37
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Burlingtontrain Ethan Allen Express
5h 54m
$54–115

Albany to Lake Champlain by bus

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Distance: 170.4 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

Vermont Translines operates a bus from AMTRAK Station Rensselaer to Downtown Transit Center Burlington twice daily. Tickets cost $29–40 and the journey takes 4h 47m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Burlington once daily. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 4h 46m.

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