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

The cheapest way to get from Worcester to Schenectady is to bus and line 905 bus which costs $23 - $40 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Worcester to Schenectady is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Worcester and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Worcester station to Schenectady station. However, there are services departing from Worcester Union Station and arriving at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Albany Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Worcester and Schenectady?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Worcester Union Station station and arriving at Schenectady. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Worcester to Schenectady?

The distance between Worcester and Schenectady is 154 miles. The road distance is 146.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Worcester to Schenectady without a car is to bus and line 905 bus which takes 3h 42m and costs $23 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Worcester to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Schenectady bus from?

Worcester to Schenectady bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Worcester Union Station.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Schenectady train from?

Worcester to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Worcester Union Station.

Train or bus from Worcester to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Worcester to Schenectady is to bus and line 905 bus which takes 3h 42m and costs $23 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Worcester to Schenectady bus arrive?

Worcester to Schenectady bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Albany Bus Terminal, NY station.

Where does the Worcester to Schenectady train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Worcester to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester to Schenectady is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Worcester to Schenectady.

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

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

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Worcester to Schenectady - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 905 bus

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

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Bus, line 905 bus
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1. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus FlixBus 2693
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terrbus 905
3h 42m
$24–37
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Worcester Union Station to Schenectadytrain Lake Shore Limited
5h 21m
$55–120
Drive 145.9 mi
1. Drive from Worcester to Schenectadycar 145.9 mi
2h 36m
$27–39

Worcester to Schenectady by bus

6Weekly Buses

3h 42mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.6 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Worcester Union Station to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Albany Bus Terminal, NY and Albany Bus Terminal in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Worcester Union Station to Schenectady once daily. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 5h 21m.

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