What is the cheapest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady?

The cheapest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady is to line 905 bus which costs $2 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady?

The fastest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Albany - Rensselaer and Schenectady?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Albany Bus Terminal and arriving at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Albany - Rensselaer and Schenectady?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station and arriving at Schenectady. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady?

The distance between Albany - Rensselaer and Schenectady is 18 miles. The road distance is 20 miles.

How do I travel from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady without a car?

The best way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady?

The train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Schenectady takes 21 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady bus from?

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), depart from Albany Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady train from?

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $80. Alternatively, you can line 905 bus, which costs $2 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady bus arrive?

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), arrive at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr.

Where does the Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady train arrive?

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady is 20 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady.

How do I get a train ticket from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady?

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Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to SchenectadyAdirondack / ...
21 min
$10–80
Line 905 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr905
5h 4m
$2
Drive 19.9 mi
1. Drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady19.9 mi
25 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady19.9 mi
25 min
$60–80

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady by train

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Albany - Rensselaer, NY, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $12–35 and the journey takes 21 min. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Capital District Transportation (CDTA) operates a bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 54 min.

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