How to get from Amherst to Ballston Spa
The fastest way to travel from Amherst to Ballston Spa takes approximately 770 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
770 min 939.8 km
5 transfers
Virginia Breeze
Northeast Regional
Empire Service
114
905
450
Departs from: 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
Walking: 10 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst
2
Take Virginia Breeze Bus
Direction: Washington Dc
From 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst to DC Union Station (5 stops, 245 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Washington Union Station
4
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Boston
From Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (8 stops, 199 min)
5
Take Empire Service Train
Direction: Rensselaer
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (4 stops, 161 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station)
7
Take 114 Bus
Direction: Ualbany Health Sciences to Crossgates via Western/Madison
From East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station) to Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av (5 stops, 9 min)
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - B'way & Suny Plaza
9
Take 905 Bus
Direction: Albany to Schenectady-Gateway Hub
From Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - B'way & Suny Plaza to Gateway Plaza Mobility Center (16 stops, 54 min)
10
Take 450 Bus
Direction: Schenectady to Wilton Mall
From Gateway Plaza Mobility Center to Rt 50 & High St (34 stops, 31 min)
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Ballston Spa
Public transport stations close to Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa is located in Amherst and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Ballston Spa:
- Rt 50 & High St
- Rt 50 & Neighbor Ln
- Rt 50 & Washington St
- Rt 50 & Doubleday Woods Ave
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Amherst to Ballston Spa.
How do I travel from Amherst to Ballston Spa in Amherst?
The quickest journey from Amherst to Ballston Spa takes approximately 770 minutes via the Virginia Breeze bus service.
Can I get directly from Amherst to Ballston Spa without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 770 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Amherst and Ballston Spa?
The Virginia Breeze line provides bus service between 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst and Rt 50 & High St in Amherst.
What is the journey time from Amherst to Ballston Spa by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Amherst to Ballston Spa in Amherst takes approximately 770 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Amherst to Ballston Spa?
Board the Virginia Breeze bus at 171 S. Main St - Vintage Shoppes of Amherst station, located near Amherst in Amherst.
Which station is closest to Ballston Spa?
The nearest stop to Ballston Spa is Rt 50 & High St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Amherst.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.