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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Syracuse to Schenectady is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $35 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Syracuse and Schenectady?

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

Is there a direct train between Syracuse and Schenectady?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center and arriving at Schenectady. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Syracuse to Schenectady?

The distance between Syracuse and Schenectady is 132 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Syracuse to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $35 - $180.

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

The train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Schenectady takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Syracuse to Schenectady bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Syracuse to Schenectady train from?

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

Train or bus from Syracuse to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Syracuse to Schenectady is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $35 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $40 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Syracuse to Schenectady bus arrive?

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

Where does the Syracuse to Schenectady train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Syracuse to Schenectady?

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

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

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

Book your Syracuse to Schenectady bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

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Syracuse to Schenectady - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Schenectadytrain Empire Service / ...
2h 15m
$35–180
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Syracuse to Schenectadybus Adt A253 / ...
2h 35m
$19–40
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Syracuse to Schenectadycar 126.9 mi
2h 17m
$24–34

Syracuse to Schenectady by train

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Distance: 131.3 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Schenectady 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 15m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Trailways operates a bus from Syracuse to Schenectady twice daily. Tickets cost $25–80 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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