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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Buffalo is to train which costs $40 - $100 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Buffalo is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Buffalo?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Buffalo. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Buffalo via Syracuse Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Buffalo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Schenectady and arriving at Buffalo. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Buffalo?

The distance between Schenectady and Buffalo is 281 miles. The road distance is 273 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Buffalo without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $40 - $100.

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

The train from Schenectady to Buffalo takes 5h 26m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Buffalo bus from?

Schenectady to Buffalo bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Buffalo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Schenectady to Buffalo?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Buffalo is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $40 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $180 and takes 6h 19m, you could also fly, which costs $230 - $1,500 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Schenectady to Buffalo bus arrive?

Schenectady to Buffalo bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Syracuse station.

Where does the Schenectady to Buffalo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Buffalo?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Buffalo is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Schenectady to Buffalo.

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

Book your Schenectady to Buffalo train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Buffalo?

There are 229+ hotels available in Buffalo.

Schenectady to Buffalo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Schenectady to Buffalo by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, or train

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best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to BuffaloEmpire Service / ...
5h 26m
$40–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to SyracuseAdt 264 / ...
2. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to BuffaloFlixBus 2686 / ...
6h 19m
$50–173
Drive 271.4 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Buffalo271.4 mi
4h 44m
$50–72
Fly from Albany County Airport
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)ALB - BUF
6h 12m
$234–1,406
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Boston
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)BOS - BUF
10h 12m
$236–1,274

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What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Buffalo, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Buffalo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45–55 and the journey takes 5h 26m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to Buffalo via Syracuse Bus Station in around 6h 19m.

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