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Watertown to Potsdam Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Watertown to Potsdam?
There are usually 2 daily train trips from Watertown to Potsdam.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$36.03 | Avg. Price$43.72 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration1h 54m | Duration1h 55m |
Bus from Watertown to Potsdam: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Watertown to Potsdam. Traveling by bus from Watertown to Potsdam usually takes around one hour and 56 minutes, but the fastest Adirondack Trailways bus can make the trip in just one hour and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 66 mi (107 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 41m |
| Cheapest price | $36.03 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Adirondack Trailways |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Watertown to Potsdam?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Watertown to Potsdam that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Adirondack Trailways usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Trailways | 3 | 1h 56m | $39.04 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1h 55m | $43.72 |
Adirondack Trailways connects areas in New York such as the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley with New York City, serving a total of 94 cities. Some of its top routes include those going to Albany, Ithaca, and Syracuse. Onboard, Adirondack Trailways vehicles have Wi-Fi for internet connectivity on the move and additional amenities, including power outlets, restrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests.
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Watertown to Potsdam start at $44. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Watertown to Potsdam
The bus takes an average of one hour and 56 minutes to cover the 107 kilometers from Watertown to Potsdam. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 41 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Watertown to Potsdam, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Watertown to Potsdam every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Watertown to Potsdam; ticket prices start at $43.72.
City Information
Potsdam
Image credit: John Marino
Link to image attributionPotsdam is a town in New York known for its large student population due to SUNY Potsdam and Clarkson University. Named after the city of Potsdam in Germany, the city features a lot of locations for history and art. You can visit the Potsdam Public Museum and North County Children's Museum for history, while Gibson Gallery and SUNY Potsdam Art Museum are ideal for art buffs. The Pine Street Arena is popular among hockey players and figure skaters, while families and outdoor lovers can check out Lehman Park and Swing Time Mini Golf.
Potsdam is easily accessible by bus via Adirondack Trailways while Amtrak provides train routes to Potsdam. St. Lawrence County Public Transit provides public transportation in the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Watertown?
Main departure station: 1003 Coffeen St.
Watertown has two bus stations with service to Potsdam.
All bus stations in Watertown:
1003 Coffeen St.
1003 Coffeen Street
Where does the bus arrive in Potsdam?
Main arrival station: Potsdam, New York
Buses arrive in Potsdam at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Potsdam:
Potsdam, New York
Clarkson University
SUNY Potsdam
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