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Potsdam to Palenville bus

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Potsdam - Palenville Bus Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Potsdam to Palenville. Traveling by bus from Potsdam to Palenville usually takes around 22 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Adirondack Trailways bus can make the trip in 22 hours and 31 minutes.

Distance179 mi (288 km)
Shortest duration22h 31m
Cheapest priceUS$63.00
Most frequent serviceAdirondack Trailways
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What bus companies travel from Potsdam to Palenville?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Potsdam to Palenville. Adirondack Trailways connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Adirondack Trailways322h 38mUS$67.07
  • 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 Potsdam to Palenville route, Adirondack Trailways tickets are on average, but you can score a cheaper ticket as low as US$63 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 22 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 288 kilometers from Potsdam to Palenville. However, the fastest bus only takes 22 hours and 31 minutes. 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.

"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Palenville. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 12:00 and the last bus leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all buses from Potsdam to Palenville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Potsdam to Palenville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Potsdam

Potsdam, NY, US - POT-0

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Potsdam 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 Potsdam?

Main departure station: Downtown Potsdam, Depot St

Buses to Palenville leave from 3 stations in Potsdam.

All bus stations in Potsdam:

  • Downtown Potsdam, Depot St

  • Clarkson University

  • SUNY Potsdam

Where does the bus arrive in Palenville?

Main arrival station: Catskill Mountain Lodge

All buses from Potsdam arrive at one main station in Palenville.

Bus stations in Palenville:

  • Catskill Mountain Lodge

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