What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to New York, NY?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to New York, NY is to bus which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to New York, NY?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to New York, NY is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and New York, NY?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Schenectady and arriving at New York, NY - Chinatown. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and New York, NY?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to New York, NY. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Grand St via 34 St-Herald Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Schenectady to New York, NY?

The distance between Schenectady and New York, NY is 169 miles. The road distance is 164.3 miles.

How do I travel from Schenectady to New York, NY without a car?

The best way to get from Schenectady to New York, NY without a car is to bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $21 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to New York, NY?

The bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Chinatown takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to New York, NY bus from?

Schenectady to New York, NY bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to New York, NY train from?

Schenectady to New York, NY train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to New York, NY?

The best way to get from Schenectady to New York, NY is to bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $21 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Schenectady to New York, NY bus arrive?

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

Where does the Schenectady to New York, NY train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to New York, NY?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to New York, NY is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Schenectady to New York, NY.

Where can I stay near New York, NY?

There are 3173+ hotels available in New York, NY.

Schenectady to New York, NY - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to New York, NY 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 - Chinatownbus Nyc / ...
3h 39m
$21–35
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
3h 49m
$55–107
Drive 163.4 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to New York, NYcar 163.4 mi
3h 5m
$30–44
Fly, subway
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ALB - LGA
2. Take the subway from Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av to East Broadwaysubway
3h 57m
$76–556
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 / ...
4h 12m
$53–236
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 59m
$34–104

Schenectady to New York, NY by bus and foot

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Distance: 168.3 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and New York, NY, USA?

Fox Bus operates a bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Chinatown every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–26 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Capital Bus Tour also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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