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Lake Placid to Plattsburgh train

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Trip Summary

There is usually just one train option from Lake Placid to Plattsburgh per day. The average train journey from Lake Placid to Plattsburgh takes 3 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.

Distance39 mi (63 km)
Fastest train3h 0m
Lowest price£33.26
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
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Which train should you take from Lake Placid to Plattsburgh?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Lake Placid to Plattsburgh. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak13h 5m£33.26
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Lake Placid to Plattsburgh every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £33.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Lake Placid and Plattsburgh is approximately 39 miles, or 63 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours,

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Lake Placid to Plattsburgh. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Lake Placid at 12:00 and arrives in Plattsburgh around 3 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Plattsburgh to Lake Placid.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Lake Placid?

Main departure station: 2384 Saranac Ave

There is one train station in Lake Placid.

All train stations in Lake Placid:

  • 2384 Saranac Ave

Where is the train station in Plattsburgh?

Main arrival station: Bridge and Dock Streets

Plattsburgh has one train station.

Train stations in Plattsburgh:

  • Bridge and Dock Streets

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