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

The cheapest way to get from Beacon to Schenectady is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beacon to Schenectady is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Beacon and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Beacon to Schenectady station. However, there are services departing from Beekman St & High St and arriving at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Newburgh and Albany Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Beacon and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Beacon to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Beacon and arriving at Schenectady via Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Beacon to Schenectady?

The distance between Beacon and Schenectady is 101 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

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

The best way to get from Beacon to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $28 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Beacon to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beacon to Schenectady bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Beacon to Schenectady train from?

Beacon to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Beacon to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Beacon to Schenectady is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs $28 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 905 bus, which costs $24 - $70 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Beacon to Schenectady bus arrive?

Beacon to Schenectady bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany, Ny station.

Where does the Beacon to Schenectady train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Beacon to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Beacon to Schenectady is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Beacon to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 100+ hotels available in Schenectady.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
3h 8m
$28–98
Drive 105.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Beacon to Schenectadycar 105.4 mi
1h 53m
$20–28
Bus, line 905 bus
1. Take the bus from Newburgh to Albany, Nybus 412 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terrbus 905
4h 51m
$24–68

Beacon to Schenectady by train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 100.7 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $24–55 and the journey takes 1h 44m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beekman St & High St to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Rte 17K Park & Ride, Newburgh, Albany, Ny, and Albany Bus Terminal in around 4h 51m.

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