How far is Potsdam from Schenectady?

The distance between the two cities is 134 miles (216 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potsdam to Schenectady?

Most of the buses traveling from Potsdam to Schenectady leave from Clarkson University and arrive at Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Potsdam to Schenectady from $80 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Potsdam to Schenectady on November 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	12h 4m	5:39pm	Schenectady Station	Cheapest
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	8h 40m	2:15pm	Schenectady Station	Fastest
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	8h 40m	2:15pm	Schenectady Station	No tags
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	12h 4m	5:39pm	Schenectady Station	No tags

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Get from Potsdam to Schenectady

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

6h 35mAverage Duration

138 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

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Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,126 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54,412 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Potsdam and Schenectady?

Stops in Potsdam

A - Clarkson University

B - SUNY

C - Market Square

Stops in Schenectady

A - Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Potsdam, US to Schenectady by bus

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The cheapest trip from Potsdam, US to Schenectady was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $80

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

You can expect to pay from $80 to $227 for a bus ticket from Potsdam, US to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2025-11-19.