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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Union Station | Schenectady Station | Fastest | |||||
| Union Station | Schenectady Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Union Station | Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub) | No tags | |||||
 | Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd. | Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub) | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 14 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Washington and Schenectady?
Stops in Washington
- A1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- B6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Schenectady?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Schenectady start from $90. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Washington to Schenectady?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Schenectady is 14h 55m, covering a distance of 502 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Schenectady route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Schenectady?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Schenectady at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Schenectady?
A bus trip from Washington to Schenectady generates an estimated 13 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 Washington to Schenectady?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Schenectady?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Schenectady?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Schenectady?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Schenectady was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $118To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Schenectady, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $118 to $504 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $118 which is on 2025-12-15.
Usually Amtrak 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Schenectady?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
