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

The cheapest way to get from Waltham to Schenectady is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waltham to Schenectady is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Waltham and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Waltham station to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Carter St opp Commuter Rail Station and arriving at Schenectady via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Waltham to Schenectady?

The distance between Waltham and Schenectady is 206 miles. The road distance is 176.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waltham to Schenectady without a car is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Waltham to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waltham to Schenectady bus from?

Waltham to Schenectady bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Waltham to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Waltham to Schenectady is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $35 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $340 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Waltham to Schenectady bus arrive?

Waltham to Schenectady bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from Waltham to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Waltham to Schenectady is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Waltham to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 206+ hotels available in Schenectady.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Boston to SchenectadyFlixBus 2691
5h 53m
$37–64
Drive 175.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waltham to Schenectady175.5 mi
3h 5m
$32–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to SchenectadyLake Shore Limited
8h 20m
$47–334

Waltham to Schenectady by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 53mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Waltham, MA, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Boston to Schenectady once daily. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Schenectady once daily. Tickets cost $45–330 and the journey takes 6h 37m.

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