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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Fort Edward to Lake Placid. The train trip from Fort Edward to Lake Placid is usually about 4 hours long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 2 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 0m |
| Lowest price | $46.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Fort Edward to Lake Placid?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Fort Edward to Lake Placid. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 4h 29m | $56.00 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Fort Edward to Lake Placid every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $46.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Fort Edward and Lake Placid is approximately 76 miles, or 122 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 2 minutes.
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.
Trains departing from Fort Edward to Lake Placid tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Fort Edward at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Fort Edward twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. 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 change 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 Lake Placid to Fort Edward.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Fort Edward?
Main departure station: 70 East St
There is one train station in Fort Edward.
All train stations in Fort Edward:
70 East St
Where is the train station in Lake Placid?
Main arrival station: 2384 Saranac Ave
Lake Placid has one train station.
All train stations in Lake Placid:
2384 Saranac Ave
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