What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst to Schenectady?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Schenectady is to bus and line 905 bus which costs $15 - $27 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst to Schenectady?

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Schenectady is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Schenectady station. However, there are services departing from Amherst Common and arriving at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via University of Massachusetts Amherst and Albany Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Amherst to Schenectady?

The distance between Amherst and Schenectady is 106 miles. The road distance is 95.8 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst to Schenectady without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst to Schenectady without a car is to bus and line 905 bus which takes 4h 8m and costs $15 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Amherst to Schenectady?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Amherst to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Schenectady bus from?

Amherst to Schenectady bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from University of Massachusetts Amherst station.

Where does the Amherst to Schenectady bus arrive?

Amherst to Schenectady bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Albany Bus Terminal, NY station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Schenectady is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Amherst to Schenectady.

How do I get a bus ticket from Amherst to Schenectady?

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Amherst to Schenectady - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 905 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Amherst to Schenectady by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 905 bus
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1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus FlixBus 2693
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terrbus 905
4h 8m
$16–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus Ppb 6526 / ...
2. Take the train from Springfield to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
5h 50m
$52–235
Drive 95.2 mi
1. Drive from Amherst to Schenectadycar 95.2 mi
2h 38m
$18–26

Amherst to Schenectady by bus

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4h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.7 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Amherst Common to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Studio Arts Building, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Albany Bus Terminal, NY, and Albany Bus Terminal in around 4h 8m.

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