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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Saratoga Springs to Elmira. Traveling by bus from Saratoga Springs to Elmira usually takes around 17 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Adirondack Trailways bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 50 minutes.
Distance | 168 mi (271 km) |
Shortest duration | 17h 50m |
Cheapest price | €74.85 |
Most frequent service | Adirondack Trailways |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Saratoga Springs to Elmira?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Saratoga Springs to Elmira. 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 | 17h 55m | €84.09 |
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 Saratoga Springs to Elmira route, Adirondack Trailways tickets are on average, but you can score a cheaper ticket as low as €75 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 17 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 168 miles from Saratoga Springs to Elmira. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 50 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 6:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Saratoga Springs to Elmira, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Saratoga Springs
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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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Saratoga Springs?
Main departure station: 26 Station Ln
Saratoga Springs has two bus stations with service to Elmira.
All bus stations in Saratoga Springs:
26 Station Ln
Saratoga Casino & Raceway Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Elmira?
Main arrival station: Chemung County Transportation Center
All buses from Saratoga Springs arrive at one main station in Elmira.
All bus stations in Elmira:
Chemung County Transportation Center
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