What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Lake George?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Lake George is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Lake George?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Lake George is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Lake George?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Lake George. However, there are services departing from Rt 17M & Moffat Ln and arriving at Lake George via Ridgewood and Albany. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Chester to Lake George?

The distance between Chester and Lake George is 175 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Lake George without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Lake George without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 8m and costs $170 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Lake George?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Chester to Lake George, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Lake George bus from?

Chester to Lake George bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Rt 17M & Moffat Ln station.

Where does the Chester to Lake George bus arrive?

Chester to Lake George bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at Ridgewood Park and Ride South station.

Can I drive from Chester to Lake George?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Lake George is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Chester to Lake George.

Where can I stay near Lake George?

There are 208+ hotels available in Lake George.

Chester to Lake George - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Lake George by train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Saratoga Springs Amtrak Stationtrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
2. Take the bus from Saratoga Springs to Lake Georgebus Adt A112
6h 8m
$174–264
Drive 158.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Lake Georgecar 158.1 mi
3h 3m
$29–42
Bus via Albany
1. Take the bus from Rt 17M & Moffat Ln to Ridgewood Park and Ride Southbus
2. Take the bus from Ridgewood to Albany, Nybus 290 / ...
3. Take the bus from Albany to Lake Georgebus
7h 18m
$45–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rt 17M & Moffat Ln to Ridgewood Park and Ride Southbus
2. Take the bus from Ridgewood, NJ - Park and Ride to Albanybus Nyc
3. Take the bus from Albany Suny to Lake Georgebus 106
7h 30m
$45–107

Chester to Lake George by bus

11Weekly Buses

7h 18mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Chester, NY, USA and Lake George, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Rt 17M & Moffat Ln to Lake George via Ridgewood, Albany, Ny, and Albany in around 7h 18m.

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