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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Downingtown is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Downingtown is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Downingtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Downingtown. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Lancaster Av & Green St - FS via New York Midtown, Market St & 11th St, 69th St Transit Center and West Chester Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Downingtown?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Downingtown. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Downingtown Amtrak via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Downingtown?

The distance between Schenectady and Downingtown is 282 miles. The road distance is 257.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Downingtown without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs $90 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Schenectady to Downingtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Downingtown bus from?

Schenectady to Downingtown bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Downingtown train from?

Schenectady to Downingtown train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Downingtown?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Downingtown is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Schenectady to Downingtown bus arrive?

Schenectady to Downingtown bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at New York, NY - Midtown station.

Where does the Schenectady to Downingtown train arrive?

Schenectady to Downingtown train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Downingtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Downingtown is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Schenectady to Downingtown.

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

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Schenectady to Downingtown - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Schenectady to Downingtown by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Downingtown Amtraktrain Keystone Service
6h 35m
$93–185
Drive 255.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Downingtowncar 255.8 mi
4h 59m
$47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtownbus Nyc / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
9h 42m
$52–75
Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane ALB - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Downingtown Amtraktrain
5h 31m
$102–628
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Downingtown Amtraktrain Keystone Service
6h 58m
$90–313
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Albany to New Yorkbus
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Suburban Station to Downingtowntrain Pao
9h 54m
$58–152
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ALB - LGA
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Downingtown Amtraktrain
6h 55m
$116–640
Fly to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)plane ALB - BWI
2. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Downingtown Amtraktrain
7h 3m
$122–1,226
Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane ALB - DCA
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Downingtown Amtraktrain
7h 19m
$168–822

Schenectady to Downingtown by train (Amtrak)

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6h 35mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.4 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Downingtown, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Schenectady to Downingtown Amtrak via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to Lancaster Av & Green St - FS via New York, NY - Midtown, New York Midtown, Philadelphia Bus Station, Market St & 11th St, 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, 69th St Transit Center, and West Chester Transit Center in around 9h 42m.

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