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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 2 buses that leave Plattsburgh, NY for Rensselaer, NY on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 230 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:50 AM3h05Plattsburgh, NY3:55 AMRensselaer, NY$921One-way0 transfers- 10:10 AM3h55Plattsburgh, NY2:05 PMRensselaer, NY$921One-way0 transfers
- 12:50 AM3h05Plattsburgh, NY3:55 AMRensselaer, NY$921One-way0 transfers
- 10:10 AM3h55Plattsburgh, NY2:05 PMRensselaer, NY$921One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a bus costs an average of $75.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY:
A train is $30 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Rensselaer, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 15m.
You'll arrive about -2h -37m sooner (4h 0m by bus vs 2h 23m by car) and save roughly $-44.73 (€-36.60) compared to fuel and tolls ($77 (€63) vs $32 (€26)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Trailways.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Live departures
Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2:10 PM Plattsburgh, NY | 4h30 | 6:40 PM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 12:50 AM Plattsburgh, NY | 3h05 | 3:55 AM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Bus from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY
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Buses from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $46 (€38) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: Trailways from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NYYou can travel by bus between Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY with Trailways for as low as $46 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plattsburgh, NY to Rensselaer, NY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rensselaer, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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