What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to bus which costs $21 - $26 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to drive which takes 3h and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Schenectady and arriving at New York, NY - Midtown. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Grand Central Terminal via Croton-Harmon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The distance between Schenectady and Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 167 miles. The road distance is 161.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtown takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus from?

Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), depart from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train from?

Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to bus which takes 3h 22m and costs $21 - $26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $200 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus arrive?

Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), arrive at Albany Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station.

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There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or subway

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtownbus Nyc / ...
3h 22m
$21–26
Train
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
3h 48m
$46–196
Drive 160.5 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationcar 160.5 mi
3h
$30–43
Line 370 bus, fly, line 7 subway
1. Take the bus from Nott Terr & State St to Rt 7 & Ronald Drbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ALB - LGA
3. Take the subway from 74 St-Broadway to Grand Central-42 Stsubway
3h 41m
$82–606
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
4h 12m
$45–338
Line 905 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Albany Bus Terminalbus 905
2. Take the bus from Albany to New Yorkbus Adt A289 / ...
4h 58m
$30–102

Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by train and foot

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3h 48mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA?

Fox Bus operates a bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtown every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Schenectady to Grand Central–42nd Street Station via Croton-Harmon and Grand Central Terminal in around 3h 48m.

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