What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer?

The fastest way to get from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Placid and Albany - Rensselaer?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lake Placid and arriving at Albany, Ny. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer?

The distance between Lake Placid and Albany - Rensselaer is 163 miles. The road distance is 139.2 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer without a car is to taxi and train which takes 4h and costs $130 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer bus from?

Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Lake Placid station.

Where does the Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer bus arrive?

Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany, Ny station.

Can I drive from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer.

Where can I stay near Albany - Rensselaer?

There are 177+ hotels available in Albany - Rensselaer.

Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaer by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Lake Placid to Westport Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Westport Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Adirondack
4h
$137–199
Drive 138.4 mi
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1. Drive from Lake Placid to Albany - Rensselaercar 138.4 mi
2h 38m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lake Placid to Albany, Nybus 119
4h 59m
$30–110

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Distance: 162.2 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Lake Placid, NY, USA and Albany - Rensselaer, NY, USA?

Trailways operates a bus from Lake Placid to Albany, Ny once daily. Tickets cost $30–110 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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