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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
13 h 55 m
Average duration
13 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 2 buses that leave Washington, DC for Schenectady, NY on Sat, Mar 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 508 km distance in an average of 13 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 55 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest buses will take 14 h 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 Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $84, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 315 miles (508 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$140 Average price Cheapest | $167 Average price | $262 Average price |
14h 39m Average total duration 14h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:30 PM Washington, DC | 11h55 | 1:25 AM Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
| 12:25 AM Washington, DC | 14h00 | 2:25 PM Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 AM Washington, DC | 13h55 | 2:25 PM Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY
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Buses from Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $84 (€68) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 315 miles (508 km) distance in 11h 55m.
Distance 315 miles (508 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€68) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Wed |
Bus providers: Best Bus, FlixBus from Washington, DC to Schenectady, NYYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY with Best Bus, FlixBus for as low as $76 (€62). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- 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 Washington, DC to Schenectady, NY
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- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Shake Shack (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 96, 97, D6 Metro: Red Train: Amtrak, MARC, VRE
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