What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal is to bus which costs $21 - $29 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Schenectady and arriving at New York, NY - Midtown. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Grand Central Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Grand Central Terminal via Croton-Harmon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal?

The distance between Schenectady and Grand Central Terminal is 166 miles. The road distance is 161.5 miles.

How do I travel from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal without a car is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs $21 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal?

The bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtown takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal bus from?

Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal train from?

Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal is to bus which takes 3h 23m and costs $21 - $29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $120 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal bus arrive?

Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at New York, NY - Midtown station.

Where does the Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal train arrive?

Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal.

Where can I stay near Grand Central Terminal?

There are 3521+ hotels available in Grand Central Terminal.

Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or subway

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - MidtownNyc / ...
3h 23m
$21–29
Train
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Croton-Harmon Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to Grand Central TerminalHudson
3h 53m
$35–116
Drive 160.6 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal160.6 mi
2h 59m
$30–43
Line 370 bus, fly, line 7 subway
1. Take the bus from 604 State St to Rt 7 & Ronald Dr
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)ALB - LGA
3. Take the subway from 74 St-Broadway to Grand Central-42 St
3h 41m
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Croton-Harmon Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon to Grand Central TerminalHudson
4h 26m
$44–187
Line 905 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Albany Bus Terminal905
2. Take the bus from Albany to New YorkAdt 287 / ...
4h 58m
$32–118

Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal by bus and foot

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA?

Fox Bus operates a bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtown every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Capital Bus Tour also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal via Croton-Harmon and Grand Central Terminal in around 3h 53m.

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How to get fromSchenectady to Grand Central Terminalby bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane or subway

There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to Grand Central Terminal by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or subway

Bus

Train

Drive 160.6 mi

Line 370 bus, fly, line 7 subway

Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station

Line 905 bus, bus