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There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Saratoga Springs to New York. Traveling by coach from Saratoga Springs to New York usually takes around 4 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 164 mi (264 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 45m |
| Cheapest price | US$35.10 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
Overall score for coaches from Saratoga Springs to New York
(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: comfortable bus, good view ( I sat in the front row). Cons: fairly tight seats.
4.0
Pros: It served its purpose. Cons: ????? Tips: Research links for before and after.
5.0
Pros: The bus got back to NYC half an hour early. Cons: Enforcing the "not talking on the phone" rule because someone two rows in front of me, in a dark bus, was Facetiming with someone with his screen on maximum brightness for the entire trip which was REALLY annoying. Tips: Bring a neck pillow.
US$40.12 is the average price of a bus ticket from Saratoga Springs to New York. Any tickets cheaper than US$40.12 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Bus tickets from Saratoga Springs to New York are expected to cost between US$41 and US$47 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to New York within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from US$41. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in June. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just US$46 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Saratoga Springs to New York in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to US$62 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 26 days in advance to save US$13.58 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Saratoga Springs to New York that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Trailways | 3 | 5h 4m | US$43.57 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 4h 2m | US$45.88 |
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.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Saratoga Springs to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 2 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from US$39.
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 164 miles from Saratoga Springs to New York. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 45 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Because many passengers travel from Saratoga Springs to New York at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 12:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Saratoga Springs to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Saratoga Springs to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Saratoga Springs to New York; ticket prices start at US$47.00.
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Saratoga Springs is a small city in New York with a big reputation for horse racing. The city is home to both the Saratoga Race Course and the National Museum of Horse Racing. Wealthy visitors built opulent Victorian homes in Saratoga to stay during the summers, gamble on horse races, and seek health from the area's natural mineral water springs. To this day, you can visit mineral baths, pools, and fountains in Saratoga Spa State Park to soak for a while or taste the unique naturally-carbonated water.
The buzzing hub of the city is Broadway, where you can find restaurants serving every type of cuisine, quirky shops, cafés, and bookstores. Talk a walk through nearby Congress Park and discover more mineral water fountains, a vintage carousel, and the Saratoga Springs History Museum.
Amtrak's Adirondack line operates a daily service to Saratoga Springs on its route from Montreal to New York City, and so does the Ethan Allen line from Vermont. Saratoga Springs is a stop for Greyhound buses heading towards Albany or Montreal, plus many local bus services to nearby cities and towns. The closest airport is the Albany International Airport, about 40 minutes away.
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
Most coaches depart from the main station in Saratoga Springs.
26 Station Ln
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in New York.
Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
Port Authority Bus Station
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