How much is the bus ticket from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Schenectady to Philadelphia start from $64. The average price for this route is around $94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Schenectady to Philadelphia is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 335 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Schenectady to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Schenectady to Philadelphia at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

A bus trip from Schenectady to Philadelphia generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1126 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Schenectady to Philadelphia from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Schenectady to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	10:35am	Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop	8h 55m	7:30pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:20pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	6h 30m	12:50am	Schuylkill & Walnut	Fastest
	Bus	9:25am	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	10h 55m	8:20pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:20pm	Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)	9h 25m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	10:35am	Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop	7h 25m	6:00pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Schenectady to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

9h 25mAverage Duration

335 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $206	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$87 - $1,149	Average Duration6h 13m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Schenectady and Philadelphia?

Stops in Schenectady

A
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
22 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,492 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,129 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Schenectady to Philadelphia start from $64. The average price for this route is around $94. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Schenectady to Philadelphia is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 335 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Schenectady to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Schenectady to Philadelphia at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Schenectady to Philadelphia generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1126 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $89 for a bus ticket from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-12-04.