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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Danbury is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Danbury is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Danbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady station to Danbury. However, there are services departing from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway and arriving at Pulse Point via Albany, Ny, White Plains Transportation Center, Atlantic St @ Veterans Park and Norwalk Wheels Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Danbury?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Danbury. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Danbury via Croton-Harmon, 125th Street - Harlem and South Norwalk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Danbury?

The distance between Schenectady and Danbury is 217 miles. The road distance is 122.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Danbury without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs $55 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Schenectady to Danbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Danbury bus from?

Schenectady to Danbury bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Albany, Ny station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Danbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Danbury?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Danbury is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs $55 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Schenectady to Danbury bus arrive?

Schenectady to Danbury bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at White Plains, Ny station.

Where does the Schenectady to Danbury train arrive?

Schenectady to Danbury train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Danbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Danbury is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Schenectady to Danbury.

Where can I stay near Danbury?

There are 49+ hotels available in Danbury.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Schenectady to Danbury by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to 125th Street - Harlem
3. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to South Norwalk
6h 46m
$55–148
Drive 121.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Danbury121.6 mi
2h 36m
$23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany, Ny to White Plains, Ny411 / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwalk Wheels Hub to Pulse Point15
9h 23m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Poughkeepsie Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Poughkeepsie Train Station to Chamber of CommerceE
6h 52m
$35–104
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to 125th Street - Harlem
3. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to South Norwalk
7h 19m
$63–219

Schenectady to Danbury by train

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6h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.3 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Danbury, CT, USA?

You can take a train from Schenectady to Danbury via Croton-Harmon, 125th Street - Harlem, and South Norwalk in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Pulse Point via Albany Bus Terminal, Albany, Ny, White Plains, Ny, White Plains Transportation Center, Main St @ Atlantic St, Atlantic St @ Veterans Park, Belden Ave @ opp Burnell Blvd, and Norwalk Wheels Hub in around 9h 23m.

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