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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Schenectady is to bus which costs $110 - $180 and takes 20h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Schenectady is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $270 - $1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Schenectady via Columbia, SC and New York, NY - Chinatown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Schenectady via Washington Union Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 17m.

How far is it from Columbia to Schenectady?

The distance between Columbia and Schenectady is 748 miles. The road distance is 853 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 18h 17m and costs $280 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Columbia to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Schenectady bus from?

Columbia to Schenectady bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from Columbia, SC station.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Schenectady train from?

Columbia to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbia Station.

Train, bus or fly from Columbia to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Columbia to Schenectady is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $270 - $1,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $280 - $600 and takes 18h 17m, you could also bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 20h 21m.

Where does the Columbia to Schenectady bus arrive?

Columbia to Schenectady bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at New York, NY station.

Where does the Columbia to Schenectady train arrive?

Columbia to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Schenectady is 853 miles. It takes approximately 14h 59m to drive from Columbia to Schenectady.

How do I get a train ticket from Columbia to Schenectady?

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Where can I stay near Schenectady?

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia to Schenectady by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane CAE - ALB
6h 31m
$276–1,406
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to New York, NYbus Augusta
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - Chinatown to Schenectadybus Nyc / ...
20h 21m
$118–176
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectadytrain
18h 17m
$284–589
Drive 848 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Schenectadycar 848 mi
14h 59m
$155–224
Bus via Fayetteville
1. Take the bus from Assembly & Gervais South to James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Centerbus 44
2. Take the bus from Sumter Bus Stop to Fayetteville Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fayetteville Bus Station to New York City Chinatownbus
4. Take the bus from New York, NY - Chinatown to Schenectadybus Nyc
21h 54m
$152–252

Columbia to Schenectady by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

18h 17mAverage Duration

$284Cheapest Price

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Distance: 743.9 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Columbia (CAE) to Albany County Airport (ALB) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Columbia Station to Schenectady via Washington Union Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 18h 17m.

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