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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Charlottesville is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Charlottesville is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $100 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Charlottesville station. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Downtown Transit Station via New York Midtown, Washington Union Station and Alderman Road at Stadium Rd northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 32m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Charlottesville?

The distance between Schenectady and Charlottesville is 423 miles. The road distance is 490.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Charlottesville without a car is to train via Washington which takes 11h 11m and costs $100 - $1,300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Schenectady to Charlottesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Charlottesville bus from?

Schenectady to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Capital Bus Tour, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Charlottesville train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Schenectady to Charlottesville?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Charlottesville is to fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $100 - $480. Alternatively, you can train via Washington, which costs $100 - $1,300 and takes 11h 11m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 13h 32m.

Where does the Schenectady to Charlottesville bus arrive?

Schenectady to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Capital Bus Tour, arrive at Midtown - 400 8th Ave station.

Where does the Schenectady to Charlottesville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Charlottesville is 490 miles. It takes approximately 9h 9m to drive from Schenectady to Charlottesville.

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

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Schenectady to Charlottesville - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

Q: Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Charlottesville. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Charlottesville via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 11m.

There are 9 ways to get from Schenectady to Charlottesville by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly to Charlottesville
best
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Charlottesville (CHO)ALB - CHO
6h 9m
$102–474
Bus via Albany Bus Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albany to New York
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Union Station
3. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville Union Station
14h 49m
$81–282
Train via Washington (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Station
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville
11h 11m
$106–1,265
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Midtown - 400 8th Ave
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Washington Union Station
3. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesville
13h 32m
Drive 487.2 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Charlottesville487.2 mi
9h 9m
$89–129
Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)ALB - DCA
2. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesville
6h 45m
$147–1,086
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)ALB - IAD
2. Take the bus from Dulles International Airport to Barracks Road Shopping Center
7h 20m
$101–492
Fly to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)ALB - BWI
2. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington Union Station
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Charlottesville
7h 31m
$239–1,626
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to CharlottesvilleNortheast Regional
11h 27m
$103–676

Schenectady to Charlottesville by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 420.1 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Charlottesville, VA, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Charlottesville (CHO) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Schenectady to Charlottesville via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, and Washington Union Station in around 11h 11m.

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