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Today9 Jul
from US$187
Tomorrow10 Jul
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Next departures to Schenectady

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Detroit Bus Station
    Arrival time: 11 July at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Detroit
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Schenectady

Bus
Average priceUS$116 - US$174Average duration21h 5m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$258 - US$258Average duration1d 4h
68kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Schenectady

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
21h 5mAverage duration
US$116Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit to Schenectady: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$117
Average bus trip duration21h 5m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure12:20
Distance464 miles
Latest bus departure22:05

Detroit to Schenectady Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Schenectady

  1. How far is Schenectady from Detroit by coach?

    The distance between Detroit and Schenectady by coach is approximately 464 miles (749 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Detroit to Schenectady without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit to Schenectady was searched and found on 9 Jul 2025 with a price of US$179

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Detroit to Schenectady, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to Schenectady will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit to Schenectady?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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