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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Syracuse is to bus which costs $19 - $40 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Syracuse is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Syracuse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Schenectady and arriving at Syracuse. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Syracuse?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Schenectady and arriving at Syracuse Regional Transportation Center. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Syracuse?

The distance between Schenectady and Syracuse is 132 miles. The road distance is 127.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Syracuse without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $35 - $180.

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

The train from Schenectady to Syracuse Regional Transportation Center takes 2h 18m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Syracuse bus from?

Schenectady to Syracuse bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Syracuse train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Syracuse?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Syracuse is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $35 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $40 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Schenectady to Syracuse bus arrive?

Schenectady to Syracuse bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Syracuse station.

Where does the Schenectady to Syracuse train arrive?

Schenectady to Syracuse train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Syracuse Regional Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Syracuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Syracuse is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Schenectady to Syracuse.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Schenectady to Syracuse?

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There are 3 ways to get from Schenectady to Syracuse by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Syracuse Regional Transportation Centertrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
2h 18m
$35–180
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Syracusebus Adt A264 / ...
2h 35m
$19–40
Drive 127.2 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Syracusecar 127.2 mi
2h 17m
$24–34

Schenectady to Syracuse by train

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Distance: 131.3 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Syracuse, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Syracuse Regional Transportation Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 18m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Trailways operates a bus from Schenectady to Syracuse twice daily. Tickets cost $25–80 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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