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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Queens is to bus which costs $23 - $45 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Queens is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Queens?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Queens. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin Av via E 34 St /5 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Queens?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Queens. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Jamaica via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Queens?

The distance between Schenectady and Queens is 171 miles. The road distance is 169.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Queens without a car is to train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station which takes 4h 16m and costs $50 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Schenectady to Queens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Queens bus from?

Schenectady to Queens bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Queens train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Queens?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Queens is to train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station which takes 4h 16m and costs $50 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23 - $45 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Schenectady to Queens bus arrive?

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

Where does the Schenectady to Queens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Queens?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Queens is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Schenectady to Queens.

Where can I stay near Queens?

There are 2812+ hotels available in Queens.

Schenectady to Queens - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 370 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to Queens by train (Amtrak), bus, 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.

Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
4h 16m
$54–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - MidtownNyc / ...
2. Take the bus from E 34 St /5 Av to Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin AvBm5 / ...
4h 39m
$23–42
Drive 168.2 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Queens168.2 mi
3h 14m
$31–45
Line 370 bus, fly, 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 Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av to Briarwood
3h 32m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
4h 43m
$58–130
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 / ...
5h 32m
$30–112

Schenectady to Queens by train (Amtrak)

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Queens, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $40–110 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin Av via New York, NY - Midtown and E 34 St /5 Av in around 4h 39m.

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