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 - $210 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 14m and costs $80 - $470.

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 31m.

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 524.1 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 $60 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m 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 31m and costs $85 - $330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $210 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 524 miles. It takes approximately 9h 17m 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 Nott Terr & State St to Rt 7 & Ronald Drbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Detroit (DTW)plane ALB - DTW
5h 14m
$80–466
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Toledotrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0135 / ...
12h 45m
$61–223
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Syracusebus 254
2. Take the bus from Syracuse to Mississaugabus
3. Take the bus from Mississauga to Windsorbus
15h 31m
$87–322
Drive 521 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Detroitcar 521 mi
9h 17m
$96–138
Train, bus to Syracuse Hancock International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Utica Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Utica, NY to Syracuse Airport, NYbus
3. Fly from Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) to Detroit (DTW)plane SYR - DTW
7h 20m
$126–688
Bus to Greater Binghamton Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Binghamton, Nybus
2. Fly from Greater Binghamton Airport (BGM) to Detroit (DTW)plane BGM - DTW
7h 19m
$112–453
Train
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Aldershottrain VIA Rail
2. Take the train from Aldershot to Windsortrain VIA Rail
13h 5m
$82–203

Schenectady to Detroit by train and bus

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12h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 520.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Schenectady to Windsor via Aldershot in around 13h 5m.

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