Albany International Airport to Saratoga Springs is a straightforward trip to plan, with rental cars, rideshares, taxis, buses and shuttle services available at the airport. Top Hill Motel, with Top Hill Motel rooms, is about a 33-minute drive from the airport, so decide whether you want to drive or arrange a pickup before your flight arrives.
- Airport: Albany International Airport (ALB) serves the Albany area.
- Hotel travel time: About 33 minutes by car from the airport.
- Rental cars: Counters are in baggage claim; vehicles are in the airport parking garage.
- Other transport: Options include rideshares, taxis, buses and shuttle services.
Where is Albany International Airport?
Albany International Airport serves the Albany area, and Saratoga Springs is about 30 miles north of it. The city is served by I-87 exits 13N, 14 and 15, a useful orientation if you are driving onward.
For a different airport option, Schenectady County Airport is about 28 minutes by car from Top Hill; its location and transfer context are covered in this guide to Schenectady County Airport and Top Hill Motel.
How do you drive from Albany Airport to Top Hill Motel?
The drive from Albany International Airport to Top Hill Motel takes about 33 minutes. Your actual journey may take longer or shorter depending on conditions when you travel.
If you rent a car, the reservation counters are in the terminal baggage-claim area, while the rental fleet is in the airport parking garage. All automobile rentals at the airport are subject to an airport fee, including reservations made through airline websites.
Once you reach Saratoga Springs, the city-centre guide explains getting around, including travel times to central Saratoga Springs: getting around Saratoga Springs from Top Hill Motel.
What ground transport can you use from the airport?
The Albany International Airport ground-transportation page covers rental cars, rideshares, taxis, buses, hotel shuttles and Tech Valley Shuttle. Choose based on whether you want to drive yourself, arrange a car, or book a transfer ahead.
Rental cars
Rental-car counters are in baggage claim, and the cars are in the airport parking garage. Avis and Budget hours are 6:00 a.m.–12:30 a.m. daily; Enterprise hours are 5:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m. daily; Dollar Rent A Car hours are 5:30 a.m.–1:30 a.m. daily.
Hertz is open 5:30 a.m.–1:00 a.m. Sunday through Friday and 5:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m. Saturday. National/Alamo hours are 6:00 a.m.–12:30 a.m. daily.
Rideshares and taxis
Lyft and Uber serve the airport through their respective apps. Advantage Taxi (Yellow Cab) is the airport taxi service; call (518) 434-2222.
Shuttles and buses
Tech Valley Shuttle offers individual and group airport transportation around the clock, every day of the year. You must book at least 24 hours in advance; call 518-203-8748.
Local and long-distance bus lines also serve the airport; confirm operators and schedules before you travel. Many area hotels offer pickup and drop-off; ask your hotel or the Lodging and Transportation Center in baggage claim.
How should you plan your arrival time and route?
Check your flight arrival time against the rental counter’s hours if you plan to drive, and arrange any shuttle requiring advance booking before departure. For buses, confirm the current operator and schedule directly.
Before you go, check the official site for the airport and your chosen transport provider. Conditions and service details can change, so verify current arrangements before setting out.
What should you know about parking at Top Hill Motel?
Confirm parking arrangements with the motel before setting out, especially if you plan to arrive with a rental car.
FAQs
How far is Saratoga Springs from Albany International Airport?
Saratoga Springs is about 30 miles north of Albany International Airport.
Can you get from Albany Airport to Saratoga Springs without renting a car?
Yes. Rideshares, taxis, buses and shuttle services are available at the airport.
Do you need to book Tech Valley Shuttle in advance?
Yes. Book at least 24 hours ahead; the service operates at all hours, every day of the year.