4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 1 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Schenectady, NY on Fri, Jul 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 334 km distance in an average of 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 10 h 40 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.
1:45 PM10h40Philadelphia, PA12:25 AMSchenectady, NY$1241One-way0 transfers
- 1:45 PM10h40Philadelphia, PA12:25 AMSchenectady, NY$1241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $428.
Distance: 207 miles (334 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price Cheapest | $471 Average price | $125 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY:
A bus is $33 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY costing on average $125 (€103).
A bus is $379 (€312) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY costing on average $471 (€387).
Other travel options to Schenectady, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 29m.
Bus takes on average 9h 30m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Compare prices and tickets Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 207 miles (334 km) distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 207 miles (334 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NYYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $61 (€50). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Schenectady, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY
Most Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady, NY buses use the Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South) to Schenectady, State St / Water St station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Schenectady, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Philadelphia, Greyhound Bus Station from Philadelphia city centre
Getting to Schenectady, State St / Water St from Schenectady city centre
Most popular bus connections from Philadelphia, PA
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