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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from White Plains to Potsdam. Traveling by bus from White Plains to Potsdam usually takes around 18 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Adirondack Trailways bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 259 mi (416 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €81.64 |
| Most frequent service | Adirondack Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from White Plains to Potsdam?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from White Plains to Potsdam. Adirondack Trailways is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Trailways | 2 | 18h 13m | €81.64 |
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 White Plains to Potsdam route, Adirondack Trailways tickets are on average, but you can score a cheaper ticket as low as €82 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 18 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 416 kilometers from White Plains to Potsdam. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 10 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.
The first bus leaves at 16:00 and the last bus leaves at 16:00. To see the times for all buses from White Plains to Potsdam, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
White Plains
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Link to image attributionWhite Plains is in the suburb of New York City, though it counts as its own city (making it the eleventh-largest city in the state). White Plains is a vibrant restaurant and shopping hub with sights for nature lovers, like the Greenburgh Nature Center, Cranberry Lake Preserve, and Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Art enthusiasts can also visit museums and galleries, like the Neuberger Museum of Art and Kensico Dam Plaza. White Plains also has attractive outdoor areas, like Saxon Woods Park, Battle of White Plains Park, and J Harvey Turnure Memorial Park.
Since White Plains features different spots for shopping and eating, contributing to its vibrant nightlife. The city also has several sports bars, pubs, lounges and clubs, and family-friendly restaurants known to transform into bars at night. The craft beer scene is also vibrant in the city. Downtown White Plains is an entertainment district with several local stores and venues.
White Plains is a highly accessible city in New York, especially when you're traveling by bus with Greyhound, OurBus, or Adirondack Trailways. Bee-Line bus routes also serve the city, and the White Plains Railroad Station offers train services.
Potsdam
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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 White Plains?
Main departure station: Transp Ctr - 11 Ferris Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in White Plains.
All bus stations in White Plains:
Transp Ctr - 11 Ferris Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Potsdam?
Main arrival station: Downtown Potsdam, Depot St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Potsdam.
Bus stations in Potsdam:
Downtown Potsdam, Depot St
SUNY Potsdam
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