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

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Schenectady is to bus via 179 St / Hillside which costs $25 - $40 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Schenectady is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Hempstead and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Hempstead to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Terrace Av / Fulton and arriving at Schenectady via Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy and New York, NY - Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Hempstead to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Mineola and arriving at Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Hempstead to Schenectady?

The distance between Hempstead and Schenectady is 186 miles. The road distance is 176 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hempstead to Schenectady without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $40 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Hempstead to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Schenectady bus from?

Hempstead to Schenectady bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy station.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Schenectady train from?

Hempstead to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from Hempstead to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Schenectady is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $40 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $200 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Hempstead to Schenectady bus arrive?

Hempstead to Schenectady bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 33 St station.

Where does the Hempstead to Schenectady train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hempstead to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Schenectady is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Hempstead to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 195+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Hempstead to Schenectady - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Hempstead to Schenectady by bus, train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Midtown - 400 8th Ave to SchenectadyNyc
4h 55m
$42–49
Bus via 179 St / Hillside
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy to Madison Av/E 33 StQm68
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to SchenectadyNyc / ...
7h 14m
$26–36
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 32m
$62–199
Drive 174.9 mi
1. Drive from Hempstead to Schenectady174.9 mi
3h 16m
$32–47
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Jamaica
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)LGA - ALB
4h 24m
$237–613
Train via Ossining
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Croton-HarmonHudson
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
5h 43m
$42–132

Hempstead to Schenectady by train and bus

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.3 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

Capital Bus Tour operates a bus from Midtown - 400 8th Ave to Schenectady 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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