From Arlington to Ballston Spa

How to get from Arlington to Ballston Spa

The fastest way to travel from Arlington to Ballston Spa takes approximately 532 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use subway, train and bus. We found 4 route options for you.

Fastest Route
532 min 647.3 km
4 transfers
6 min
S
2 min
Northeast Regional
Empire Service
2 min
353
3 min
450
2 min
Departs from: Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking: 15 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take S Subway
Direction: New Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform (19 stops, 39 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton Amtrak Station
4
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: New York
From New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (6 stops, 189 min)
5
Take Empire Service Train
Direction: Niagara Falls
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectady (6 stops, 194 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway
7
Take 353 Bus
Direction: Price Chopper to Walmart
From Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Mohawk Ave & Rt 50 (2 stops, 7 min)
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Rt 50 & James St
9
Take 450 Bus
Direction: Schenectady to Wilton Mall
From Rt 50 & James St to Rt 50 & High St (31 stops, 31 min)
10
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
Arrive at Ballston Spa

Public transport stations close to Arlington

Arlington is located in Arlington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.

Metro stations close to Arlington:

  • Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
  • Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
  • Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
  • Ballston, Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform

Bus stations close to Arlington:

  • Wilson Blvd WB @ N Oakland ST Fs
  • Wilson Blvd EB @ N Oakland ST Fs
  • Wilson Blvd WB @ N Monroe ST Fs
  • Wilson Blvd EB @ N Monroe ST Fs

Public transport stations close to Ballston Spa

Ballston Spa is located in Arlington 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
Alternative Route
501 min 655.6 km
5 transfers
6 min
O
2 min
R
3 min
Northeast Regional
Ethan Allen Express
2 min
114
2 min
540
2 min
Departs from: Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Walking: 17 min

Step-by-step directions

1
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
2
Take O Subway
Direction: New Carrollton
From Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform (6 stops, 13 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform
4
Take R Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform (2 stops, 4 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Washington Union Station
6
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Boston
From Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (11 stops, 219 min)
7
Take Ethan Allen Express Train
Direction: Burlington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (5 stops, 150 min)
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station)
9
Take 114 Bus
Direction: Ualbany Health Sciences to Crossgates via Western/Madison
From East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station) to Broadway & Pine St (3 stops, 9 min)
10
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Broadway & Steuben St
11
Take 540 Bus
Direction: Albany to Ballston Spa via Exit 8/9
From Broadway & Steuben St to Rt 50 & High St (2 stops, 60 min)
12
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
Arrive at Ballston Spa

Questions & Answers

Common questions about traveling from Arlington to Ballston Spa.

How do I travel from Arlington to Ballston Spa in Arlington?
The quickest journey from Arlington to Ballston Spa takes approximately 532 minutes via the S subway service.
Are there other ways to reach Ballston Spa from Arlington?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 501 minutes using the O subway line.
Can I get directly from Arlington to Ballston Spa without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 532 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Arlington and Ballston Spa?
The S line provides subway service between Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform and Rt 50 & High St in Arlington.
What is the journey time from Arlington to Ballston Spa by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Arlington to Ballston Spa in Arlington takes approximately 532 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Arlington to Ballston Spa?
Board the S subway at Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform station, located near Arlington in Arlington.
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 Arlington.

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.