What is the cheapest way to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo?

The cheapest way to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo is to bus which costs $40 - $80 and takes 8h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo?

The fastest way to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Ballston Spa and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballston Spa to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Rt 50 & High St and arriving at Buffalo via Schenectady and Syracuse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Ballston Spa and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct train from Ballston Spa to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Buffalo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Ballston Spa to Buffalo?

The distance between Ballston Spa and Buffalo is 296 miles. The road distance is 277.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ballston Spa to Buffalo without a car?

The best way to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs $70 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballston Spa to Buffalo bus from?

Ballston Spa to Buffalo bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Ballston Spa to Buffalo train from?

Ballston Spa to Buffalo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train, bus or fly from Ballston Spa to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs $70 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $80 and takes 8h 8m, you could also fly, which costs $120 - $800 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Ballston Spa to Buffalo bus arrive?

Ballston Spa to Buffalo bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Syracuse station.

Where does the Ballston Spa to Buffalo train arrive?

Ballston Spa to Buffalo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Buffalo station.

Can I drive from Ballston Spa to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballston Spa to Buffalo is 277 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Ballston Spa to Buffalo.

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 253+ hotels available in Buffalo.

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There are 6 ways to get from Ballston Spa to Buffalo by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Buffalotrain Empire Service / ...
6h 56m
$72–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Syracusebus Adt A264 / ...
2. Take the bus from Syracuse to Buffalobus Adt N804 / ...
8h 8m
$44–76
Drive 275.6 mi
1. Drive from Ballston Spa to Buffalocar 275.6 mi
4h 56m
$51–73
Fly
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane ALB - BUF
7h 48m
$126–758
Train via Buffalo Depew Station
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Buffalo Depew Stationtrain Maple Leaf / ...
8h 7m
$76–236
Bus via Ithaca (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Ithacabus FlixBus 2691
2. Take the bus from Ithaca to Niagara Falls USAbus FlixBus 2685 / ...
11h 47m
$60–94

Ballston Spa to Buffalo by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 294.7 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Ballston Spa, NY, USA and Buffalo, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Buffalo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $70–170 and the journey takes 5h 16m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rt 50 & High St to Buffalo via Schenectady and Syracuse in around 8h 8m.

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