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

The cheapest way to get from Ballston Lake to Rochester is to bus via Syracuse which costs $30 - $60 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballston Lake to Rochester is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballston Lake and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballston Lake to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Rt 50 & Forrest Rd and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Schenectady and Syracuse Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ballston Lake and Rochester?

No, there is no direct train from Ballston Lake to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Rochester via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Ballston Lake to Rochester?

The distance between Ballston Lake and Rochester is 221 miles. The road distance is 214.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballston Lake to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $55 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Ballston Lake to Rochester, including transfers.

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

Ballston Lake to Rochester bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Schenectady station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Ballston Lake to Rochester?

The best way to get from Ballston Lake to Rochester is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $55 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus via Syracuse, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 6h 34m, you could also fly, which costs $160 - $950 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Ballston Lake to Rochester bus arrive?

Ballston Lake to Rochester bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Syracuse station.

Where does the Ballston Lake to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballston Lake to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballston Lake to Rochester is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Ballston Lake to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 176+ hotels available in Rochester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballston Lake to Rochester by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Rochestertrain Maple Leaf / ...
5h 8m
$56–202
Bus via Syracuse
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Syracusebus Adt A264 / ...
2. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Rochester Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0171 / ...
6h 34m
$32–58
Drive 213.2 mi
1. Drive from Ballston Lake to Rochestercar 213.2 mi
3h 55m
$39–57
Fly
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Rochester (ROC)plane ALB - ROC
6h 22m
$160–924
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to Rochester Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0171
7h 34m
$38–64

Ballston Lake to Rochester by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 220.1 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Rochester 5 times a day. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 3h 39m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rt 50 & Forrest Rd to Rochester Bus Stop via Schenectady and Syracuse Bus Station in around 6h 34m.

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