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How to get fromSchenectady to Franklinby bus, train, train (Amtrak), or car

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Bostonbus bus Greyhound US0270
    2. Take the train from South Station to Franklintrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    7h 8m
    $34–66

  2. Drive 172.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Schenectady to Franklincar car 172.1 mi
    3h 3m
    $32–46

  3. Train

    1. Take the train from Schenectady to Bostontrain train Lake Shore Limited
    2. Take the train from Back Bay to Franklintrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    7h 51m
    $75–153

  4. Bus, train via Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St

    1. Take the bus from Albany to Bostonbus bus FlixBus 2691
    2. Take the train from South Station to Franklintrain train Franklin/Foxboro Line
    8h 5m
    $38–64

Schenectady to Franklin by bus and train

Calendar22Weekly Services
Duration7h 8mAverage Duration
Ticket$34Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 216.8 mi
  • Duration: 7h 8m

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

You can take a train from Schenectady to Franklin via Boston and Back Bay in around 7h 51m.

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