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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Philadelphia International Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.27–$638.63

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Laguardia Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.64–$357.63

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Newark Liberty International Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.77–$766.36

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.50–$485.36

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Ny
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.05–$89.41
Train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectady
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.99–$108.57
Train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.44–$102.18
Train from 30th Street Station to Newark
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$12.77–$89.41
Train from 30th Street Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.33–$95.79

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Ny
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.99–$242.68
Train from 30th Street Station to Newark
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.71–$242.68
Train from 30th Street Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.27–$242.68

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from 30th Street Station to Ny
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$33.21–$447.04
Train from 30th Street Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.76–$459.82

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Philadelphia to Port
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.02–$89.41
Bus from New York to Albany
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.50–$114.95

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA to Port
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.39–$40.87

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from New York to Albany
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$40.87–$89.41

Fox Bus

Website:
gotobus.com/fox-bus-inc-/
Bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Schenectady
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.27–$30.65

Capital Bus Tour

Email:
Website:
capitalbustour.com
Bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Schenectady
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.80

Capital District Transportation (CDTA)

Phone:
+1 518-482-8822
Website:
cdta.org/
Bus from Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Center to Veterans
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.87–$1.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady is to bus which costs $26.09 - $65.22 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA and arriving at Schenectady via New York, NY - Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

The distance between Philadelphia and Schenectady is 401 km. The road distance is 393.7 km.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Schenectady without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $31.52 - $467.39 .

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Schenectady bus from?

Philadelphia to Schenectady bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Schenectady train from?

Philadelphia to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Schenectady is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $31.52 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $65.22 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Schenectady bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Schenectady bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Schenectady train arrive?

Philadelphia to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Schenectady is 394 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Philadelphia to Schenectady.

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

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Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 184+ hotels available in Schenectady. Prices start at $38.90 per night.
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