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How to get fromFranklin to Schenectadyby train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Franklin to Schenectady by train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Franklin to South Stationtrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    2. Take the bus from Boston to Schenectadybus bus Greyhound US0270
    6h 2m
    $34–66

  2. Drive 172.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Franklin to Schenectadycar car 172.2 mi
    3h 2m
    $32–46

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Franklin to South Stationtrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    2. Take the train from Boston to Schenectadytrain train Lake Shore Limited
    8h 34m
    $75–161

  4. Train, bus via Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St

    1. Take the train from Franklin to South Stationtrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    2. Take the bus from Boston to Albanybus bus FlixBus 2691
    7h 22m
    $38–65

Franklin to Schenectady by train and bus

Calendar20Weekly Services
Duration6h 2mAverage Duration
Ticket$34Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 218 mi
  • Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a train from Franklin to Schenectady via South Station and Boston in around 8h 34m.

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