What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Rhode Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Rhode Island. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Providence via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Rhode Island?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Rhode Island. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Providence via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Rhode Island?

The distance between Schenectady and Rhode Island is 259 miles. The road distance is 179.7 miles.

How do I travel from Schenectady to Rhode Island without a car?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $50 - $900.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Rhode Island bus from?

Schenectady to Rhode Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Rhode Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Rhode Island?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $50 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Schenectady to Rhode Island bus arrive?

Schenectady to Rhode Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Boston station.

Where does the Schenectady to Rhode Island train arrive?

Schenectady to Rhode Island train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Rhode Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Rhode Island is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Schenectady to Rhode Island.

How do I get a train ticket from Schenectady to Rhode Island?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Schenectady to Rhode Island?

Book your Schenectady to Rhode Island bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rhode Island?

There are 197+ hotels available in Rhode Island.

Schenectady to Rhode Island - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain Northeast Regional
6h 57m
$52–893
Drive 178.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Providencecar 178.7 mi
3h 10m
$33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to Bostonbus Greyhound US0270
2. Take the bus from Boston to Providencebus FlixBus 2610
7h 10m
$45–76

Schenectady to Rhode Island by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 57mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Schenectady to Rhode Island.

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Distance: 257.8 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Rhode Island, USA?

You can take a train from Schenectady to Providence via Boston in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to Providence via Boston in around 7h 10m.

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