Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Glens Falls travel guide

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You're Going to Love Glens Falls

With a population of 14,700, Glens Falls is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Glens Falls has to offer.

Where to Eat in Glens Falls

If you’re looking for affordable options, Park & Elm (19 Park St) and Morgan & Co. - Glens Falls (65 Ridge Street) are great picks.

When to visit Glens Falls

Glens Falls in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Glens Falls in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Glens Falls in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6.8 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Glens Falls, with an average rainfall of 2.1″.

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How to Get to Glens Falls

Plane

Although Glens Falls doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 40 miles from Glens Falls. Burlington is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Glens Falls departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 41m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Glens Falls. The train journey from Glens Falls to New York takes 2h 30m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $81 for a 5h 13m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Glens Falls is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 177 miles from Glens Falls. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Glens Falls, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Syracuse, the bus ride to Glens Falls takes 155 miles and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 159 miles. Glens Falls’s bus station is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Glens Falls doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 40 miles from Glens Falls. Burlington is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Glens Falls departs from Raleigh and takes around 1h 41m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Glens Falls. The train journey from Glens Falls to New York takes 2h 30m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Boston, expect to pay about $81 for a 5h 13m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Glens Falls is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 177 miles from Glens Falls. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Glens Falls, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Syracuse, the bus ride to Glens Falls takes 155 miles and will cost you around $27. From New York, the ticket costs about $26 for a journey of 159 miles. Glens Falls’s bus station is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Airports near Glens Falls

BTVBurlington
ALBAlbany Intl
LEBLebanon Municipal

Airlines serving Glens Falls

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,637 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,014 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,595 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,096 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,687 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,509 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,545 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,617 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,484 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,893 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,034 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,185 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,629 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (333 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Glens Falls

Most booked hotels in Glens Falls

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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Queensbury Glens Falls/Lake George Area
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 126 reviews)
$108+
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Sara Glen Motel - Saratoga Springs-Glens Falls
2 stars
Excellent (9, 467 reviews)
$92+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queensbury - Lake George Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 560 reviews)
$103+
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The Queensbury Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 458 reviews)
$92+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Queensbury Lake George
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 312 reviews)
$79+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lake George, NY
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2218 reviews)
$76+
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Renting a car in Glens Falls

Renting a car in Glens Falls costs $71 per day, on average, or $214 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Albany Intl.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Glens Falls (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Glens Falls, while also 27% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Glens Falls costs $71 per day, on average, or $214 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Albany Intl.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Glens Falls (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Glens Falls, while also 27% cheaper than other types, on average.

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