What is the cheapest way to get from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen?

The cheapest way to get from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen?

The fastest way to get from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballston Spa and Watkins Glen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen. However, there are services departing from Rt 50 & High St and arriving at Seneca Harbor Park via Schenectady, Binghamton, Ny and Elmira Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen?

The distance between Ballston Spa and Watkins Glen is 233 miles. The road distance is 190 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 41m and costs $90 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen?

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen bus from?

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

Where does the Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen bus arrive?

Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Binghamton, Ny station.

Can I drive from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen is 190 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen.

Where can I stay near Watkins Glen?

There are 133+ hotels available in Watkins Glen.

Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glen by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Syracuse Regional Transportation Centertrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Ithacabus FlixBus 2691
6h 41m
$92–258
Drive 188.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballston Spa to Watkins Glencar 188.9 mi
4h 5m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Binghamton, Nybus 136
2. Take the bus from Binghamton, Ny to Elmirabus 948
3. Take the bus from Elmira Transit Center to Seneca Harbor Parkbus 07
8h 22m
$36–100

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Distance: 232 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Rt 50 & High St to Seneca Harbor Park via Schenectady, Binghamton, Ny, and Elmira Transit Center in around 8h 22m.

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