Previously seen trips

Next departures for Philadelphia to Schenectady on August 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	8h	8:45pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:25pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	7h 20m	8:45pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
	Bus	8:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	13h 25m	9:25am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:15pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	13h 10m	9:25am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:30pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	10h 55m	9:25am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Schenectady

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 6 hours 37 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 585, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

6h 37mAverage Duration

335 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNOK 473 - NOK 1,808	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNOK 585 - NOK 7,950	Average Duration6h 37m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Schenectady

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
B
Philadelphia Airport
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
E
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Schenectady

A
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
22 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/513,129 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,590 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA, US to Schenectady by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Schenectady?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Schenectady start from NOK 473. The average price for this route is around NOK 691. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Philadelphia to Schenectady?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Schenectady is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 334 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Schenectady route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Schenectady?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Schenectady at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Schenectady?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Schenectady generates an estimated 8.347025 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Schenectady?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 13093 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Schenectady?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Schenectady?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Schenectady?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07-31

NOK 558

08-01

NOK 908

Today

NOK 500

08-03

NOK 486

08-04

NOK 442

08-05

NOK 442

08-06

NOK 466

08-07

NOK 520

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Schenectady was searched and found on Aug 4, 2026 with a price of NOK 442

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA, US to Schenectady, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NOK 442 to NOK 1,301 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA, US to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 442 which is on 2026-08-04.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.