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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Boston is to line 905 bus and bus which costs $28 - $55 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Boston is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Schenectady and arriving at Boston. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Boston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Schenectady and arriving at Boston. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Boston?

The distance between Schenectady and Boston is 191 miles. The road distance is 185.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Boston without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $30 - $55.

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

The bus from Schenectady to Boston takes 5h 5m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Boston bus from?

Schenectady to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Boston train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Boston?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Boston is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $190 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Schenectady to Boston bus arrive?

Schenectady to Boston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Boston station.

Where does the Schenectady to Boston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Boston is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Schenectady to Boston.

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

Book your Schenectady to Boston train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Schenectady to Boston?

Book your Schenectady to Boston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Schenectady to Boston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 905 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Bostonbus Greyhound US0270
5h 5m
$30–55
Line 905 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Albany Bus Terminalbus 905
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to Bostonbus Greyhound US0171 / ...
5h 38m
$28–52
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
6h 11m
$110–190
Drive 184.1 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Bostoncar 184.1 mi
3h 20m
$32–46

Schenectady to Boston by bus

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Distance: 189.5 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Schenectady to Boston twice daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Boston once daily. Tickets cost $110–190 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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