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 10m.

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 17m 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 10m.

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 35m.

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 58m and costs $40 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m 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 Long Island Rail Road, depart from Mineola station.

Train or bus from Hempstead to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Hempstead to Schenectady is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs $40 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $190 and takes 5h 35m.

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 Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Hempstead to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Schenectady is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Hempstead to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 209+ 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 Schenectadybus Nyc
4h 58m
$42–49
Bus via 179 St / Hillside
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy to Madison Av/E 33 Stbus Qm68
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Schenectadybus Nyc / ...
7h 10m
$26–36
Train
1. Take the train from Mineola to New York Penn Stationtrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
5h 35m
$57–189
Drive 174.9 mi
1. Drive from Hempstead to Schenectadycar 174.9 mi
3h 17m
$32–47
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Hempstead to Jamaicatrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane LGA - ALB
4h 24m
$242–766
Train via Ossining
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Croton-Harmontrain Hudson
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
5h 43m
$43–122

Hempstead to Schenectady by train and bus

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.3 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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, you can take a train from Mineola to Schenectady via Penn Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station in around 5h 35m.

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