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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Skaneateles is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Skaneateles is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $130 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Skaneateles?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Skaneateles. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at State St & Academy St via Regional Transportation Center and C22. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Skaneateles?

The distance between Schenectady and Skaneateles is 152 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Skaneateles without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $130 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Schenectady to Skaneateles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Skaneateles bus from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Skaneateles?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Skaneateles is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $130 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $95 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Schenectady to Skaneateles bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Skaneateles?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Skaneateles is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Schenectady to Skaneateles.

Where can I stay near Skaneateles?

There are 40+ hotels available in Skaneateles.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Syracuse Regional Transportation CenterLake Shore Limited / ...
2h 48m
$135–225
Drive 135.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Skaneateles135.7 mi
3h 2m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to SyracuseAdt 264 / ...
2. Take the bus from C22 to State St & Academy StAub38
5h 4m
$26–94

Schenectady to Skaneateles by bus

30Weekly Buses

5h 4mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Syracuse Regional Transportation Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25–50 and the journey takes 2h 18m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to State St & Academy St via Regional Transportation Center and C22 in around 5h 4m.

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