Find coaches from Newark, NJ to Schenectady

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Next departures from Newark to Schenectady on 6 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Newark Penn Station
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)CheapestFastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
Newark (Amtrak)
Schenectady Travel Center Bus StopNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Schenectady

Bus
Average priceUS$31 - US$136Average duration5h 35m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$56 - US$238Average duration5h 31m
22kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Newark to Schenectady

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
5h 35mAverage duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Newark, NJ to Schenectady: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$94
Average bus trip duration5h 35m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure10:30
Distance144 miles
Latest bus departure15:10

Newark to Schenectady Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Schenectady from Newark, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Newark, NJ - Schenectady

  1. What's the distance between Newark and Schenectady by coach?

    The journey from Newark to Schenectady by coach covers an approximate distance of 144 miles (233 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Newark to Schenectady without a car?

    You can reach Schenectady from Newark by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Newark to Schenectady but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Newark to Schenectady, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Newark to Schenectady.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Newark to Schenectady, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Schenectady?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Newark, NJ by bus?

Bus from Schenectady to Newark, NJ

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Train from Newark, NJ to Schenectady

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