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

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Lake George is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Lake George is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Lake George?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottawa to Lake George. However, there are services departing from Ottawa and arriving at Lake George via Longueuil and Saratoga Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ottawa and Lake George?

No, there is no direct train from Ottawa to Lake George. However, there are services departing from Ottawa and arriving at Fort Edward Amtrak via Montreal Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 34m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Lake George?

The distance between Ottawa and Lake George is 353 miles. The road distance is 215.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottawa to Lake George without a car is to bus via Montreal which takes 10h 55m and costs $80 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 10h 55m to get from Ottawa to Lake George, including transfers.

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

Ottawa to Lake George bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ottawa station.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Lake George train from?

Ottawa to Lake George train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Ottawa station.

Train or bus from Ottawa to Lake George?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Lake George is to bus via Montreal which takes 10h 55m and costs $80 - $200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $290 and takes 11h 34m.

Where does the Ottawa to Lake George bus arrive?

Ottawa to Lake George bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Montreal station.

Where does the Ottawa to Lake George train arrive?

Ottawa to Lake George train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Montréal station.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Lake George?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Lake George is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Ottawa to Lake George.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ottawa to Lake George?

Book your Ottawa to Lake George bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lake George?

There are 235+ hotels available in Lake George.

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

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

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Bus via Montreal
best
1. Take the bus from Ottawa to Montréalbus
2. Take the bus from Longueuil to Saratoga Springsbus
3. Take the bus from Saratoga Springs to Lake Georgebus
10h 55m
$82–198
Drive 214.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ottawa to Lake Georgecar 214.5 mi
4h 44m
$50–71
Train
1. Take the train from Ottawa to Montréaltrain VIA Rail
2. Take the train from Montreal Central Station to Fort Edward Amtraktrain Adirondack
11h 34m
$79–282
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ottawa to Montrealbus
2. Take the bus from Montreal to Saratoga Springsbus
3. Take the bus from Saratoga Springs to Lake Georgebus
11h 5m
$75–129

Ottawa to Lake George by bus and subway

14Weekly Services

10h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 351.2 mi
Duration: 10h 55m

What companies run services between Ottawa, ON, Canada and Lake George, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Ottawa to Lake George via Montréal, Station Berri-UQAM, Station Longueuil-Université de Sherbrooke -Zone B, Longueuil, and Saratoga Springs in around 10h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ottawa to Beach Rd Terminal via Montréal, Montreal Central Station, Fort Edward Amtrak, East St & Amtrak Station, and Ridge Street Terminal in around 11h 34m.

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