What is the cheapest way to get from Ballston Lake to Boston?

The cheapest way to get from Ballston Lake to Boston is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballston Lake to Boston?

The fastest way to get from Ballston Lake to Boston is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballston Lake and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballston Lake to Boston. However, there are services departing from Rt 50 & Forrest Rd and arriving at Boston via Schenectady. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Ballston Lake and Boston?

No, there is no direct train from Ballston Lake to Boston. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Boston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Ballston Lake to Boston?

The distance between Ballston Lake and Boston is 202 miles. The road distance is 190.4 miles.

How do I travel from Ballston Lake to Boston without a car?

The best way to get from Ballston Lake to Boston without a car is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Ballston Lake to Boston?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Ballston Lake to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballston Lake to Boston bus from?

Ballston Lake to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Ballston Lake to Boston train from?

Ballston Lake to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Ballston Lake to Boston?

The best way to get from Ballston Lake to Boston is to bus which takes 6h 32m and costs $40 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130 - $210 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Ballston Lake to Boston bus arrive?

Ballston Lake to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Boston station.

Where does the Ballston Lake to Boston train arrive?

Ballston Lake to Boston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Ballston Lake to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballston Lake to Boston is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Ballston Lake to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1628+ hotels available in Boston.

Ballston Lake to Boston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballston Lake to Boston by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Bostonbus Greyhound US0270
6h 32m
$42–64
Drive 189.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballston Lake to Bostoncar 189.3 mi
3h 30m
$35–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
7h 44m
$132–204
Bus via Albany (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Albany to Bostonbus FlixBus 2691
6h 44m
$44–63

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Distance: 200.5 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Ballston Lake, NY, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Schenectady to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route 3 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $120–190 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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