Bus from New York City to Schenectady: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from New York City to Schenectady on 2 January
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103 Canal St
#900 State St
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Madison Ave
#900 State St
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103 Canal St
#900 State St
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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New York Port Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Next departures from New York City to Schenectady on 3 January
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Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
Cheapest
Bus
Madison Ave
#900 State St
Fastest
Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
No tags
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Next departures from New York City to Schenectady on 4 January
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Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
Cheapest
Bus
Madison Ave
#900 State St
Fastest
Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
No tags
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
No tags
Next departures from New York City to Schenectady on 5 January
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152 E Broadway
#713 State St
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Madison Ave
#900 State St
Fastest
Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
No tags
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
No tags
Next departures from New York City to Schenectady on 6 January
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Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
Cheapest
Bus
Madison Ave
#900 State St
Fastest
Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
No tags
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New York Port Authority
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
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Next departures from New York City to Schenectady on 7 January
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Bus
152 E Broadway
#713 State St
Cheapest
Bus
Madison Ave
#900 State St
Fastest
Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
No tags
Bus
New York Port Authority
Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop
No tags
Next departures from New York City to Schenectady on 8 January
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Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
Cheapest
Bus
Madison Ave
#900 State St
Fastest
Bus
103 Canal St
#900 State St
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
No tags
Bus
New York (Hudson Yards)
Schenectady (Gateway Mobility Hub)
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Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:18 PM EST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Schenectady
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 415, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Passengers have shared positive experiences regarding the punctuality and cleanliness of the bus, with friendly interactions noted among drivers and passengers. However, there was a mention of a delay in Albany that affected arrival time to New York for some travelers.
bbbus.com New York City Schenectady recent customer reviews
No customer service in the office very rude, also the driver does not speak English well so I couldn't understand him
2 out of 5 stars
Omar R.
I enjoyed that the bus was on time and very clean. The driver was also very nice and so was the passengers.
5 out of 5 stars
Christopher P.
I like the sharp scheduled.
I didn't like that when I returned..they got stuck in Albany for 30 minutes...and arrived later to NY
Based on 662 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Wanda Coach ticket prices on this trip start at R 415
Wanda Coach New York City Schenectady recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the low fare. I was very disappointed with the wait for the Bus to arrive an Hour and twenty minutes late to leave.
3 out of 5 stars
Kendra B.
The bus pick up stop was change without telling me, the phone number listed was never pick up to answer questions finally when i get in touch with someone i had to run to catch the bus
1 out of 5 stars
Alejandrina C.
The bus was over crowded the bathroom wasn’t clean bus was 30 min late pick up and a hour late to destination
Based on 1141 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Adirondack Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at R 662
Adirondack Trailways New York City Schenectady recent customer reviews
Based on 11837 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 547
Based on 87468 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 005
Greyhound New York City Schenectady recent customer reviews
The particular bus had uncomfortable seats. The seat did not recline and there was an indentation I the seat like a whole from repeated use so it strained my back with no support.
2 out of 5 stars
Jeanne S.
I had a pleasant ride but I did have some difficulty connecting to the wifi on my Android.
4 out of 5 stars
Karimeh S.
Overall, pleasant experience. Both buses were obviously well taken care of but the second bus was in pristine condition. No complaints
Based on 4431 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. New York Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 894
Adirondack Trailways New York City Schenectady recent customer reviews
Smooth easy ride. Made connection on time. Very pleasant.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Schenectady by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Schenectady?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Schenectady start at R 415. The average price for this route is around R 509. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New York City to Schenectady?
The average bus journey time from New York City to Schenectady is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 229 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Schenectady route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Schenectady?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Schenectady at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Schenectady?
A bus trip from New York City to Schenectady produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from New York City to Schenectady?
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 1131 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Schenectady?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New York City to Schenectady?
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 New York City to Schenectady?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
29/12
R 476
30/12
R 476
Today
R 680
The cheapest trip from New York City to Schenectady was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 476
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Schenectady as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Schenectady?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from New York City to Schenectady was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 476
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
