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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Schenectady is to train which costs $80 - $200 and takes 13h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Schenectady is to fly and line 370 bus which takes 4h 47m and costs $150 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Schenectady via Cleveland, OH, Buffalo and Syracuse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Windsor and arriving at Schenectady via Aldershot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.

How far is it from Detroit to Schenectady?

The distance between Detroit and Schenectady is 523 miles. The road distance is 522.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Schenectady without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 49m and costs $60 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Detroit to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Schenectady bus from?

Detroit to Schenectady bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Schenectady train from?

Detroit to Schenectady train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Windsor station.

Train or bus from Detroit to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Detroit to Schenectady is to bus via Cleveland which takes 14h 48m and costs $95 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $200 and takes 13h 10m.

Where does the Detroit to Schenectady bus arrive?

Detroit to Schenectady bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

Where does the Detroit to Schenectady train arrive?

Detroit to Schenectady train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Aldershot station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Schenectady is 523 miles. It takes approximately 9h 15m to drive from Detroit to Schenectady.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 196+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Detroit to Schenectady - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 370 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Detroit to Schenectady by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, line 370 bus
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Albany County Airport (ALB)DTW - ALB
2. Take the bus from Rt 7 & Ronald Dr to Nott Terr & Chapel St
4h 47m
$154–436
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Toledo Bus StopGreyhound US0420 / ...
2. Take the train from Toledo to SchenectadyLake Shore Limited
12h 49m
$61–227
Bus via Cleveland
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NY
3. Take the bus from Buffalo to Syracuse Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Syracuse to Schenectady253
14h 48m
$96–283
Drive 519.7 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Schenectady519.7 mi
9h 15m
$95–137
Train
1. Take the train from Windsor to AldershotVIA Rail
2. Take the train from Aldershot to SchenectadyVIA Rail
13h 10m
$82–200
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Toronto
2. Take the bus from Toronto to Ithaca
3. Take the bus from Ithaca to Schenectady
19h 35m
$107–256

Detroit to Schenectady by bus and train

14Weekly Services

12h 49mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 519.5 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Schenectady via Cleveland Bus Station, Cleveland, OH, Buffalo, NY, Buffalo, and Syracuse in around 14h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Windsor to Schenectady via Aldershot in around 13h 10m.

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