What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) is to fly and line 370 bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $95 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Schenectady (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Schenectady (Station). However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Schenectady via New York, NY - Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Schenectady (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Schenectady (Station). However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station)?

The distance between Philadelphia and Schenectady (Station) is 250 miles. The road distance is 238 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $60 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station)?

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) bus from?

Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) train from?

Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station)?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $60 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $75 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) train arrive?

Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Schenectady (Station)?

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Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) - 8 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
5h 33m
$61–716
Drive 236.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station)car 236.6 mi
4h 38m
$44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Schenectadybus Nyc / ...
6h 32m
$60–70
Fly from Philadelphia International Airport, line 370 bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane PHL - ALB
2. Take the bus from Rt 7 & Ronald Dr to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadwaybus
4h 15m
$97–658
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
6h 11m
$60–836
Bus via Albany Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York to Albanybus Adt A524 / ...
7h 2m
$51–148
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane BWI - ALB
5h 18m
$118–1,262
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane LGA - ALB
6h 17m
$118–1,267

Philadelphia to Schenectady (Station) by train (Amtrak)

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5h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Schenectady (Station), NY, USA?

You can take a train from 30th Street Station to Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Schenectady (Station) via New York Midtown, New York, NY - Midtown, and Schenectady in around 6h 32m.

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