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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 1 buses that leave Schenectady, NY for Buffalo, NY on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 403 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €226.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €72 Average price | €289 Average price |
7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $95 |
Live departures
Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| undefined · undefined | 4:05 PM Schenectady, State St / Water St | 6h20 | 10:25 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 4:05 PM Schenectady, State St / Water St | 7h25 | 11:30 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY
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Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY start from as low as $27 (€22) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $47 (€39) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Trailways, Greyhound from Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NYYou can travel by bus between Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY with Trailways, Greyhound for as low as $27 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Schenectady, NY to Buffalo, NY
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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