How to Travel from

Lake George to Skaneateles

by Rideshare, Route or Car

United States of America Lake George Skaneateles

Cheapest

By car (300 km)

3 h 29 min

300 km.

from $16

Other

Rideshare

3 h 29 min

300 km.

from $11.41

Train

5 h 9 min

226 km.

from $371.02

Bus via West Albany

8 h 24 min

226 km.

from $71.91

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:

+1 800-872-7245

Website:

amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Fort Edward Amtrak to Schenectady

Ave. Duration:

56 min

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$7.64–$70.06

Train from Schenectady to Syracuse

Ave. Duration:

2h 18m

Frequency:

5 times a day

Estimated price:

$17.83–$95.54

VIA Rail

Phone:

+1 888 842-7245

Website:

viarail.ca/en

Train from Schenectady to Syracuse

Ave. Duration:

2h 13m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$26.75–$95.54

Bus operators

Trailways

Phone:

+1 800-858-8555

Website:

trailways.com

Bus from Lake George to Albany

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$21.66–$48.41

Bus from Albany to Syracuse

Ave. Duration:

2h 55m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$39.49–$82.80

Bus from Lake George to Syracuse

Ave. Duration:

7h 5m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$63.69–$152.86

What is the cheapest way to get from Lake George to Skaneateles?

The cheapest way to get from Lake George to Skaneateles is to drive which costs $31.52 - $46.74 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake George to Skaneateles?

The fastest way to get from Lake George to Skaneateles is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Lake George and Skaneateles?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake George to Skaneateles. However, there are services departing from Lake George and arriving at State St & Academy St via Albany, Regional Transportation Center and C22. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Lake George to Skaneateles?

The distance between Lake George and Skaneateles is 335 km. The road distance is 299.9 km.

How do I travel from Lake George to Skaneateles without a car?

The best way to get from Lake George to Skaneateles without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $195.65 - $358.70 .

How long does it take to get from Lake George to Skaneateles?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Lake George to Skaneateles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake George to Skaneateles bus from?

Lake George to Skaneateles bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Lake George station.

Train or bus from Lake George to Skaneateles?

The best way to get from Lake George to Skaneateles is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $195.65 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can bus via West Albany, which costs $54.35 - $119.57 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Lake George to Skaneateles bus arrive?

Lake George to Skaneateles bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany Suny station.

Can I drive from Lake George to Skaneateles?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake George to Skaneateles is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Lake George to Skaneateles.

Where can I stay near Skaneateles?

There are 43+ hotels available in Skaneateles. Prices start at $43.23 per night.

Book in Skaneateles

William H. Seward House

The William H. Seward House Museum is a historic house museum at 33 South Street in Auburn, New York. Built about 1816, the home of William H. Seward (1801–72), who served as a New York state senator, the governor of New York, a U. senator, a presidential candidate, and then Secretary of State under presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. The house was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1964, and added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966. It is now maintained by a nonprofit organization as a museum dedicated to Seward's legacy. Seward's house lies on the same street at Harriet Tubman's house.

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

The Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is an AZA (Association of Zoos & Aquariums) zoo in Syracuse, New York. It is owned and operated by Onondaga County Parks with support from the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. The zoo is home to more than 900 animals representing 216 species on 43 acres (17 ha). Some of the more popular animals include Asian elephants, Humboldt penguins, Amur tigers, and a Komodo dragon. The zoo opened a new Animal Health Center in 2022 that is the largest zoological medical center in New York state outside of the Bronx Zoo.

Skaneateles Historic District

The Skaneateles Historic District is a 17 acres (6 ha) historic district in the village of Skaneateles, New York that dates back to 1796, includes one building from the 20th century, but is otherwise composed of 19th-century residences and commercial buildings. It includes 59 contributing buildings and one contributing site – Thayer Park along Skaneateles Lake, – as well as five non-contributing structures. The district runs along both sides of East Genesee Street (New York Route 20) from Jordan Street to Onondaga Street (County Route 41), and includes the core of Skaneateles' historic downtown area, which was rebuilt in 1836 after being almost totally destroyed by fire in 1835. Also included are properties on Jordan Street up to the intersection of Fennell Street, and the stone mill property on Fennell Street.

Four ways to Travel from Lake George to Skaneateles

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

VIA Rail

Bus operators

Trailways

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lake George to Skaneateles?

What is the fastest way to get from Lake George to Skaneateles?

Is there a direct bus between Lake George and Skaneateles?

How far is it from Lake George to Skaneateles?

How do I travel from Lake George to Skaneateles without a car?

How long does it take to get from Lake George to Skaneateles?

Where do I catch the Lake George to Skaneateles bus from?

Train or bus from Lake George to Skaneateles?

Where does the Lake George to Skaneateles bus arrive?

Can I drive from Lake George to Skaneateles?

Where can I stay near Skaneateles?