Next departures for Buffalo to Schenectady on November 18
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Buffalo (BUF) Airport
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Next departures for Buffalo to Schenectady on November 19
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
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Transportation Center
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Buffalo (BUF) Airport
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Next departures for Buffalo to Schenectady on November 23
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Buffalo (BUF) Airport
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Buffalo (BUF) Airport
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Next departures for Buffalo to Schenectady on November 24
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Buffalo (BUF) Airport
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways
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Transportation Center
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Next departures for Buffalo to Schenectady on November 25
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Buffalo (BUF) Airport
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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New York Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
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Transportation Center
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Schenectady
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Schenectady by bus
What is the distance between Buffalo and Schenectady?
About 250 miles (404 km) separate Buffalo and Schenectady.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Buffalo to Schenectady?
If you're headed to Schenectady from Buffalo, chances are that your bus will leave from Transportation Center and arrive at Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/16
$63
11/17
$57
Today
$55
11/19
$51
11/20
$45
11/21
$51
11/22
$51
11/23
$68
The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Schenectady was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $45
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Buffalo, NY to Schenectady, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $45 to $69 for a bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-11-20.
Usually FlixBus 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.