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Schenectady County Historical Society Museum
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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Amsterdam, NY to Schenectady, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Amsterdam, NY to Schenectady, NY will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 buses from Amsterdam, NY to Schenectady, NY, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Amsterdam, NY to Schenectady, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 15:30. The fastest bus covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average bus duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 3:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Amsterdam, NY to Schenectady, NY.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 05:57AM | Arrival Time 06:23AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 06:02AM | Arrival Time 06:28AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 07:07AM | Arrival Time 07:33AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 07:28AM | Arrival Time 07:54AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 08:18AM | Arrival Time 08:44AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 08:23AM | Arrival Time 08:49AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 09:28AM | Arrival Time 09:54AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 09:33AM | Arrival Time 09:59AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 10:38AM | Arrival Time 11:04AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 10:43AM | Arrival Time 11:09AM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 11:48AM | Arrival Time 12:14PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 11:53AM | Arrival Time 12:19PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 12:58PM | Arrival Time 01:24PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 01:03PM | Arrival Time 01:29PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 02:08PM | Arrival Time 02:34PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 02:28PM | Arrival Time 02:54PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 03:23PM | Arrival Time 03:49PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 04:33PM | Arrival Time 04:59PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 05:43PM | Arrival Time 06:09PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 06:53PM | Arrival Time 07:19PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Capital District Transportation (CDTA) | Departure Time 08:02PM | Arrival Time 08:28PM | Duration 0h26 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam, NY to Schenectady, NY buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 2:10 PM Amsterdam, NY | 0h25 | 2:35 PM Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Local history museum in the Stockade with exhibits on Schenectady's colonial, industrial, and community past.
Hands-on children's museum offering interactive science, art, and play exhibits for families.
Compact gallery presenting rotating contemporary exhibitions by regional and national artists.
Historic neighborhood of early homes and quiet streets, ideal for architecture walks near downtown.
Downtown pedestrian-friendly strip with theaters, shops, public art, and frequent events.
Large riverside park with trails, boat launches, playgrounds, and Mohawk River views.
Mini hot dogs topped with meat sauce, mustard, and onions. A Capital Region classic linked to nearby hot dog institutions and late-night local eating.
Italian-American sub on a soft roll with cured meats, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and hot peppers. A staple of local delis and pizzerias.
Thin, oversized pizza slices sold in neighborhood pizzerias. This New York style favorite is a common everyday meal in Schenectady.
Refined American dining in the Stockade with seasonal menus and a polished, intimate atmosphere in a historic building.
Historic downtown restaurant serving classic Italian dishes and pizza in a lively, old-school setting near Proctors.
Popular casual spot for wood-fired bagels, sandwiches, and brunch. Relaxed atmosphere with strong local following.
Moderate for U.S. city breaks: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit needs are limited and many visitors rely on cars or rideshares.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts for small tips.
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Most Amsterdam, NY to Schenectady, NY buses use the Amsterdam, NY-30 (Amsterdam Mall) to Schenectady, State St / Water St station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam, NY and Schenectady, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Amsterdam, NY-30 (Amsterdam Mall) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Amsterdam, NY-30 (Amsterdam Mall). ATMs are available at Amsterdam, NY-30 (Amsterdam Mall).
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam, NY-30 (Amsterdam Mall).
Available at Amsterdam, NY-30 (Amsterdam Mall): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam, NY-30 (Amsterdam Mall): Basic accessibility provisions available.
Schenectady, State St / Water St has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Schenectady, State St / Water St. ATMs are available at Schenectady, State St / Water St.
Ticket office support is available at Schenectady, State St / Water St.
Available at Schenectady, State St / Water St: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schenectady, State St / Water St: Wheelchair accessible.
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