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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Ballston Spa is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Ballston Spa is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Ballston Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Ballston Spa. However, there are services departing from New York, NY - Midtown and arriving at Rt 50 & High St via Albany St & Georgetta Dix Plz and Gateway Plaza Mobility Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Ballston Spa?

No, there is no direct train from Manhattan station to Ballston Spa. However, there are services departing from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and arriving at Schenectady via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Ballston Spa?

The distance between Manhattan and Ballston Spa is 185 miles. The road distance is 172.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Ballston Spa without a car is to bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $42.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Manhattan to Ballston Spa, including transfers.

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

Manhattan to Ballston Spa bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from New York, NY - Midtown station.

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

Manhattan to Ballston Spa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Ballston Spa?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Ballston Spa is to bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $42. Alternatively, you can train via Albany, which costs $40 - $230 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Manhattan to Ballston Spa bus arrive?

Manhattan to Ballston Spa bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at Schenectady station.

Where does the Manhattan to Ballston Spa train arrive?

Manhattan to Ballston Spa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Ballston Spa?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Ballston Spa is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Manhattan to Ballston Spa.

Where can I stay near Ballston Spa?

There are 156+ hotels available in Ballston Spa.

Manhattan to Ballston Spa - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromManhattan to Ballston Spa

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Schenectadybus Nyc / ...
4h 23m
$42
Bus, line 905 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New York to Albanybus Adt A524 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broadway/SUNY Plaza Station - B'way & SUNY Plaza to Gateway Plaza Mobility Centerbus 905
5h 29m
$31–105
Train via Albany (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
5h 1m
$41–223
Drive 171.1 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Ballston Spacar 171.1 mi
3h 16m
$32–46
Fly, line 450 bus
1. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane LGA - ALB
2. Take the bus from Gateway Plaza Mobility Center to Rt 50 & High Stbus
5h 7m
$89–613
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
5h 48m
$40–104

Manhattan to Ballston Spa by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

56Weekly Services

5h 1mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Manhattan to Ballston Spa.

Launch map view

Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

Fox Bus operates a bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Schenectady every 3 hours. Tickets cost $38 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.