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

The cheapest way to get from Uniondale to Schenectady is to bus via New York which costs $30 - $45 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Uniondale to Schenectady is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Uniondale to Schenectady?

The distance between Uniondale and Schenectady is 188 miles. The road distance is 177.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Uniondale to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $65 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Uniondale to Schenectady, including transfers.

Train or bus from Uniondale to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Uniondale to Schenectady is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $65 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, which costs $30 - $45 and takes 5h 29m.

Can I drive from Uniondale to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Uniondale to Schenectady is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Uniondale to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 215+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Uniondale to Schenectady - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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

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 Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
5h 28m
$65–149
Bus via New York
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to SchenectadyNyc / ...
5h 29m
$31–45
Drive 176.4 mi
1. Drive from Uniondale to Schenectady176.4 mi
3h 18m
$33–47
Bus, train, subway, fly, line 370 bus
1. Take the bus from Uniondale Ave + Jerusalem Ave to Freeport Sta / North
2. Take the train from Freeport to Jamaica
3. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to 63 Dr-Rego Park
4. Take the bus from Junction Blvd/Queens Blvd to Laguardia Rd/94 St
5. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)LGA - ALB
6. Take the bus from Rt 7 & Ronald Dr to Nott Terr & Chapel St
5h 42m
$237–627
Bus
1. Take the bus from Midtown - 400 8th Ave to SchenectadyNyc
5h 34m
$45–54
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
6h 11m
$70–214

Uniondale to Schenectady by bus and train (Amtrak)

42Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Uniondale to Schenectady.

Launch map view

Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, Fox Bus operates a bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.