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

The cheapest way to get from Elmira to Schenectady is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elmira to Schenectady is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Elmira and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Elmira to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Elmira, NY and arriving at Schenectady via Binghamton, Ny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Elmira to Schenectady?

The distance between Elmira and Schenectady is 186 miles. The road distance is 181 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elmira to Schenectady without a car is to bus via Binghamton which takes 5h 5m and costs $30 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Elmira to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmira to Schenectady bus from?

Elmira to Schenectady bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Elmira, NY station.

Where does the Elmira to Schenectady bus arrive?

Elmira to Schenectady bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Binghamton, NY station.

Can I drive from Elmira to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmira to Schenectady is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Elmira to Schenectady.

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

Book your Elmira to Schenectady bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 190+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Elmira to Schenectady - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elmira to Schenectady by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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

Bus via Binghamton
best
1. Take the bus from Elmira, NY to Binghamton, NYOurBus
2. Take the bus from Binghamton, Ny to Schenectady137 / ...
5h 5m
$34–161
Drive 179.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elmira to Schenectady179.9 mi
3h 12m
$33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from E Water Street Park & Ride to Tompkins County Library30
2. Take the bus from Ithaca to Syracuse Bus Station
3. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Schenectady
6h 22m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Transit Center - PO Side to Ithaca - Tioga Street and Seneca Street30
2. Take the bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NYOurBus
8h 14m

Elmira to Schenectady by bus

11Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.5 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Elmira, NY to Schenectady via Binghamton, NY and Binghamton, Ny in around 5h 5m.

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