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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Saranac Lake to Watertown. Traveling by bus from Saranac Lake to Watertown usually takes around 16 hours and 5 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 92 mi (147 km) |
| Shortest duration | 16h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $61.14 |
| Most frequent service | Adirondack Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Saranac Lake to Watertown?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Saranac Lake to Watertown. Adirondack Trailways is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Trailways | 1 | 16h 5m | $61.14 |
Part of the nationwide Trailways bus network, Adirondack Trailways serves routes across New York State. Most of its service connects the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley with New York City. On the Saranac Lake to Watertown route, Adirondack Trailways tickets are on average, but you can score a cheaper ticket as low as $61 if you book well in advance. Buses are comfortable and well-equipped with Wi-Fi, power outlets, restrooms, air conditioning, and reclinable seats with footrests.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 147 kilometers from Saranac Lake to Watertown. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Saranac Lake to Watertown for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Watertown, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Saranac Lake to Watertown. It leaves the station in Saranac Lake at 6:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Saranac Lake?
Main departure station: River Street
Most buses depart from the main station in Saranac Lake.
All bus stations in Saranac Lake:
River Street
Where does the bus arrive in Watertown?
Main arrival station: 21182 Salmon Run Mall
All buses from Saranac Lake arrive at one main station in Watertown.
Bus stations in Watertown:
21182 Salmon Run Mall
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