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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Saratoga Springs to Palenville. Traveling by bus from Saratoga Springs to Palenville usually takes around 3 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Adirondack Trailways bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 11 minutes.
| Distance | 64 mi (103 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 11m |
| Cheapest price | $22.00 |
| Most frequent service | Adirondack Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Saratoga Springs to Palenville?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Saratoga Springs to Palenville. 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 | 3h 19m | $22.71 |
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 Palenville route, Adirondack Trailways tickets are on average, but you can score a cheaper ticket as low as $22 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 3 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 64 miles from Saratoga Springs to Palenville. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 11 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 4:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Saratoga Springs to Palenville, 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
Most buses depart from the main station in Saratoga Springs.
All bus stations in Saratoga Springs:
26 Station Ln
Where does the bus arrive in Palenville?
Main arrival station: Catskill Mountain Lodge
All buses from Saratoga Springs arrive at one main station in Palenville.
All bus stations in Palenville:
Catskill Mountain Lodge
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