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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Detroit is to train which costs $80 - $200 and takes 13h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Detroit is to line 370 bus and fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $150 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Windsor via Syracuse, Winston Churchill Station East Platform 6 and Mississauga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Detroit?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Detroit. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Windsor via Aldershot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Detroit?

The distance between Schenectady and Detroit is 523 miles. The road distance is 523.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Detroit without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 45m and costs $80 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Schenectady to Detroit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Detroit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Detroit train from?

Schenectady to Detroit train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Detroit?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Detroit is to bus which takes 15h 29m and costs $85 - $330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $200 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Schenectady to Detroit bus arrive?

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

Where does the Schenectady to Detroit train arrive?

Schenectady to Detroit train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Aldershot station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Detroit is 523 miles. It takes approximately 9h 16m to drive from Schenectady to Detroit.

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

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Where can I stay near Detroit?

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Schenectady to Detroit - 7 ways to travel via train, line 370 bus, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Schenectady to Detroit by bus, plane, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Line 370 bus to Albany County Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from 604 State St to Rt 7 & Ronald Dr
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Detroit (DTW)ALB - DTW
5h 3m
$154–436
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Schenectady to ToledoLake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus StationGreyhound US0135 / ...
12h 45m
$82–175
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Syracuse254
2. Take the bus from Syracuse to Mississauga
3. Take the bus from Mississauga to Windsor
15h 29m
$88–324
Drive 520.1 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Detroit520.1 mi
9h 16m
$95–138
Train, bus to Syracuse Hancock International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Utica Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Utica, NY to Syracuse Airport, NY
3. Fly from Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) to Detroit (DTW)SYR - DTW
7h 12m
$121–636
Bus to Greater Binghamton Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Binghamton, Ny
2. Fly from Greater Binghamton Airport (BGM) to Detroit (DTW)BGM - DTW
7h 7m
$107–423
Train
1. Take the train from Schenectady to AldershotVIA Rail
2. Take the train from Aldershot to WindsorVIA Rail
13h 5m
$82–196

Schenectady to Detroit by train and bus

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12h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 520.4 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Schenectady to Windsor via Syracuse, Winston Churchill Station East Platform 6, City Centre Transit Terminal Platform A, and Mississauga in around 15h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Schenectady to Windsor via Aldershot in around 13h 5m.

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