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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Ballston Spa?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark station to Ballston Spa. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Rt 50 & High St via New York Midtown and Gateway Plaza Mobility Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Ballston Spa?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Ballston Spa. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Newark to Ballston Spa?

The distance between Newark and Ballston Spa is 185 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Ballston Spa without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $50 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Newark to Ballston Spa, including transfers.

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

Newark to Ballston Spa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Newark to Ballston Spa?

The best way to get from Newark to Ballston Spa is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $50 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Newark to Ballston Spa bus arrive?

Newark to Ballston Spa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

Where does the Newark to Ballston Spa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newark to Ballston Spa?

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

Where can I stay near Ballston Spa?

There are 124+ hotels available in Ballston Spa.

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There are 5 ways to get from Newark to Ballston Spa by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
5h 39m
$54–641
Drive 171.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Ballston Spacar 171.4 mi
3h 16m
$32–46
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus N2605 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Schenectadybus FlixBus 2687
5h 54m
$38–63
Train via Penn Station
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Schenectadytrain VIA Rail
5h 47m
$45–202
Train via Albany (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
6h 17m
$53–766

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

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newark Penn Station to Rt 50 & High St via New York Midtown and Gateway Plaza Mobility Center in around 5h 54m.

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