Bus Tickets from Buffalo, NY to Schenectady

Next bus departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Schenectady on November 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Buffalo (BUF) Airport
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:19 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Schenectady

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
5h 10mAverage Duration
402 kmDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$42 - $157Average Duration9h 26m
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$71 - $863Average Duration5h 10m
37kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to Schenectady by bus

  1. What is the distance between Buffalo and Schenectady?

    The distance covered from Buffalo to Schenectady is 404 km (250 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Buffalo to Schenectady?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Transportation Center, in Buffalo, and end it at Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop, in Schenectady.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-15
$90
11-16
$91
Today
$83
11-18
$67
11-19
$63
11-20
$65
11-21
$74
11-22
$74
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Schenectady was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $63

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 $63 to $99 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 $63 which is on 2025-11-19.

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.

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