What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer is to line 905 bus which costs $2 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Albany - Rensselaer?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway station and arriving at Broadway/SUNY Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Albany - Rensselaer?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Schenectady and arriving at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer?

The distance between Schenectady and Albany - Rensselaer is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

How do I travel from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer without a car?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer?

The train from Schenectady to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station takes 21 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer bus from?

Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), depart from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer train from?

Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $80. Alternatively, you can line 905 bus, which costs $2 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer bus arrive?

Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), arrive at Broadway/SUNY Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av.

Where does the Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer is 17 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer.

How do I get a train ticket from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer?

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Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer by train (Amtrak), bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
21 min
$10–80
Line 905 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Broadway/SUNY Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av905
4h 59m
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer16.5 mi
32 min
$50–65
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer16.5 mi
32 min
$3–5
Line 905 bus via Albany Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Albany Bus Terminal905
5h 4m
$2

Schenectady to Albany - Rensselaer by train

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Albany - Rensselaer, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $12–29 and the journey takes 21 min. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Capital District Transportation (CDTA) operates a bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Broadway/SUNY Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 53 min.

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