Find coaches from Albany, NY to Schenectady

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Next departures from Albany to Schenectady on 30 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Adirondack Trailways
1400 Washington Ave.
Schenectady Travel Center Bus StopCheapestFastest
Adirondack Trailways
Albany Terminal
Schenectady Travel Center Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Albany Bus Terminal
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Schenectady

Bus
Average priceUS$12 - US$24Average duration30m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$15 - US$29Average duration24m
2kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Albany to Schenectady

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 24 minutes and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
24mAverage duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Albany, NY to Schenectady: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$13
Average bus trip duration30m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure10:35
Distance16 miles
Latest bus departure20:25

Albany to Schenectady Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Albany, NY - Schenectady

  1. How far is Schenectady from Albany by coach?

    The journey from Albany to Schenectady by coach covers an approximate distance of 15 miles (24 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Albany to Schenectady without a car?

    You can reach Schenectady from Albany by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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US$5
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Schenectady was searched and found on 28 Sept 2025 with a price of US$5

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

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What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Schenectady?

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