What is the cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo and Schenectady (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station). However, there are services departing from Buffalo and arriving at Schenectady via Syracuse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Buffalo and Schenectady (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Buffalo and arriving at Schenectady. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)?

The distance between Buffalo and Schenectady (Station) is 281 miles. The road distance is 273.2 miles.

How do I travel from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $40 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)?

The train from Buffalo to Schenectady takes 5h 3m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) bus from?

Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Buffalo station.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) train from?

Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo station.

Train, bus or fly from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $40 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $180 and takes 6h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $140 - $1,100 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) bus arrive?

Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Syracuse Bus Station.

Where does the Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) train arrive?

Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)?

Book your Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)?

Book your Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Schenectady (Station)?

There are 171+ hotels available in Schenectady (Station).

Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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1. Take the train from Buffalo to Schenectadytrain Empire Service / ...
5h 3m
$40–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buffalo to Syracuse Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2686 / ...
2. Take the bus from Syracuse to Schenectadybus Adt A253 / ...
6h 30m
$44–179
Drive 271.6 mi
1. Drive from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station)car 271.6 mi
4h 45m
$50–72
Fly to Albany County Airport
1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane BUF - ALB
6h 7m
$148–1,034
Fly to Boston Logan Airport, bus
1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane BUF - BOS
2. Take the bus from Boston to Schenectadybus
8h 15m
$150–912

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Distance: 279.4 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Schenectady (Station), NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo to Schenectady 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 5h 3m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buffalo to Schenectady (Station) via Syracuse and Schenectady in around 6h 30m.

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