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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Syracuse
    Departure location: Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $26
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Syracuse
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
    Operated by: Adirondack TrailwaysAdirondack Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $35
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Syracuse
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
    Operated by: Adirondack TrailwaysAdirondack Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $49
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Syracuse
    Departure location: SYR Airport
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $40
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Syracuse
    Departure location: SYR Airport
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $45
Bus Syracuse to Schenectady: Trip Overview

Bus Syracuse to Schenectady: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$42
Average bus trip duration3h 40m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure6:50 AM
Distance112 miles (180 km)
Latest bus departure11:15 AM

Syracuse to Schenectady Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures4
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:50AM - 11:15AM
Minimum Price$29
Average Ticket Price$42
Minimum Trip Duration2h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h40m
Distance112 miles (180 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteNew York Trailways, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Syracuse - Schenectady

You can take a bus or a train to go from Syracuse to Schenectady. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and sustainable way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

The travel time from Syracuse to Schenectady is about 3h 40m, although the fastest bus will take 2h 35m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 113 miles (182 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Syracuse and Schenectady is 113 miles (182 km).

You can choose from 4 travel times and travel with New York Trailways, Greyhound and Adirondack Trailways. The number of buses operating from Syracuse to Schenectady may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Syracuse to Schenectady a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 6:50 AM and 11:15 AM.

Most of the buses traveling from Syracuse to Schenectady leave from Syracuse Airport 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.

You can expect to pay around $42 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $33 and $90, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Syracuse to Schenectady! The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Syracuse and Schenectady is about 5h 10m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Schenectady before returning to Syracuse in the evening.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Syracuse and Schenectady!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Schenectady.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Syracuse to Schenectady while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

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

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Bus from Schenectady to Syracuse

You can also go to Schenectady by train

Train from Syracuse to Schenectady

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