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

The cheapest way to get from Meriden to Schenectady is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meriden to Schenectady is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Meriden and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Meriden to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from State St @ Meriden Transit Center and arriving at Schenectady via Hartford Union Station and Springfield Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Meriden and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Meriden to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Meriden and arriving at Schenectady via Springfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Meriden to Schenectady?

The distance between Meriden and Schenectady is 145 miles. The road distance is 124.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Meriden to Schenectady without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 13m and costs $20 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Meriden to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meriden to Schenectady bus from?

Meriden to Schenectady bus services, operated by CT Transit, depart from State St @ Meriden Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Meriden to Schenectady train from?

Meriden to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Meriden station.

Train or bus from Meriden to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Meriden to Schenectady is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs $21 - $280. Alternatively, you can line 950 bus and bus, which costs $23 - $110 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Meriden to Schenectady bus arrive?

Meriden to Schenectady bus services, operated by CT Transit, arrive at Asylum St @ Union Pl station.

Where does the Meriden to Schenectady train arrive?

Meriden to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Meriden to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Meriden to Schenectady is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Meriden to Schenectady.

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

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Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 201+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Meriden to Schenectady - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 950 bus

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Meriden to SpringfieldAmtrak Hartford Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to SchenectadyFlixBus 2691
4h 13m
$20–286
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Meriden to SpringfieldAmtrak Hartford Line / ...
2. Take the train from Springfield to SchenectadyLake Shore Limited
6h 4m
$21–276
Drive 124.2 mi
1. Drive from Meriden to Schenectady124.2 mi
2h 51m
$23–33
Line 950 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from State St @ Meriden Transit Center to Asylum St @ Union Pl950
2. Take the bus from Hartford Union Station to Springfield Union Station
3. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Schenectady
5h 27m
$24–101

Meriden to Schenectady by train and bus

16Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.5 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Meriden, CT, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Meriden to Schenectady via Springfield in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from State St @ Meriden Transit Center to Schenectady via Asylum St @ Union Pl, Hartford Union Station, and Springfield Union Station in around 5h 27m.

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