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 6m.

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 6m 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 48m.

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 48m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Train, bus or fly from Waltham to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Waltham to Schenectady is to bus which takes 5h 48m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $250 and takes 8h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $180 - $650 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Waltham to Schenectady bus arrive?

Waltham to Schenectady bus services, operated by Greyhound 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 6m to drive from Waltham to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 218+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Waltham to Schenectady - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Waltham to Schenectady by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Schenectadybus Greyhound US0270
5h 48m
$37–59
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Boston to Schenectadytrain Lake Shore Limited
8h 20m
$32–244
Drive 175.5 mi
1. Drive from Waltham to Schenectadycar 175.5 mi
3h 6m
$32–47
Fly
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane BOS - ALB
7h 12m
$181–641
Bus via Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Boston to Albanybus FlixBus 2691
7h 22m
$36–63

Waltham to Schenectady by bus

12Weekly Buses

5h 48mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.6 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Boston to Schenectady once daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Schenectady once daily. Tickets cost $30–240 and the journey takes 6h 37m.

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