What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady station to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway and arriving at Chester Rd & College Av via Albany Bus Terminal, NY, Walnut St & 30th St - FS and 69th St Transit Center South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Swarthmore College?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Swarthmore College. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Swarthmore via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Gray 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Swarthmore College?

The distance between Schenectady and Swarthmore College is 261 miles. The road distance is 253.4 miles.

How do I travel from Schenectady to Swarthmore College without a car?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs $65 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Swarthmore College bus from?

Schenectady to Swarthmore College bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Albany Bus Terminal, NY station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Swarthmore College train from?

Schenectady to Swarthmore College train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Swarthmore College?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs $65 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Schenectady to Swarthmore College bus arrive?

Schenectady to Swarthmore College bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Philadelphia station.

Where does the Schenectady to Swarthmore College train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Swarthmore College?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Swarthmore College is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Schenectady to Swarthmore College.

Where can I stay near Swarthmore College?

There are 857+ hotels available in Swarthmore College.

Schenectady to Swarthmore College - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Schenectady to Swarthmore College by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or train

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
6h 14m
$68–724
Drive 251.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Swarthmore College251.9 mi
4h 44m
$46–67
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to PhiladelphiaGreyhound US0236
8h 11m
$52–118
Line 370 bus, fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from 604 State St to Rt 7 & Ronald Dr
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)ALB - PHL
3. Take the train from Penn Medicine Station to Swarthmore
4h 45m
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
6h 42m
$63–774
Train via Trenton
1. Take the train from Schenectady to New York Penn Station
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Trenton Transit CenterNec
3. Take the train from Trenton to Gray 30th St StationTre
8h 40m
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)ALB - LGA
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Station
6h 33m
$247–1,210
Fly to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)ALB - BWI
2. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to 30th Street Station
6h 24m
$236–1,406

Schenectady to Swarthmore College by train and foot (Amtrak)

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6h 14mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.7 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Swarthmore College, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Schenectady to Swarthmore College via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Gray 30th St Station, and Swarthmore in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Albany Bus Terminal, NY to Philadelphia once daily. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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