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Schenectady to New York Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Schenectady to New York?

There are usually 5 daily train trips from Schenectady to New York.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£23.84
Avg. Price
£49.70
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
16
Daily Trips
5
Duration
Duration
4h 30m
Duration
3h 48m

Coach from Schenectady to New York: Journey Information

There are 20 intercity coaches per day from Schenectady to New York. Traveling by coach from Schenectady to New York usually takes around 4 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Wanda Coach coach can make the trip in 3 hours,

Distance145 mi (234 km)
Shortest duration3h 0m
Cheapest price£17.39
Trips per day13
Most frequent serviceBBBus
Coach lines5

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Schenectady to New York

(Based on 69 ratings and reviews)

4.7

4.0

Sakina

31 January 2026- Visiting family

Wanda Coach

Pros: The safe trip going and coming to both destinations. Cons: The bathroom could be cleaner with tissue and the bus could be wiped down at the top over head. Tips: You have the best bus driver.

5.0

Renee

29 November 2025- Visiting family

Adirondack Trailways

Pros: Excellent!! I'll be a repeat customer. Cons: Establish more busses. Tips: Establish additional buses so you won't sell out Give other companies pointers how to keep a clean, well kept, professional, bus company.

4.0

Ava

22 November 2025- Visiting family

Wanda Coach

Pros: Very efficient and reliable. Cons: Not the bus company's fault at all but the closeness of people.

5.0

nevaeh

24 October 2025- Regular commuter

Wanda Coach

Pros: going back home. Cons: having to pay for babies that can sit on laps. Tips: no.

4.0

Xavier

2 September 2025- Visiting friends

Wanda Coach

Pros: nO WAIT FOR THE BUS...THAT WAS GREAT. Cons: Need seatbelts on the bus.

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How much is a coach ticket from Schenectady to New York?

Bus tickets for a trip from Schenectady to New York cost £20.27 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Schenectady to New York by travel date

£34£23£11MarApr

Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Schenectady to New York is expected to be between £18 and £29. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 23 April 2026, when tickets are available for 23 April 2026. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £22.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Schenectady to New York, mark your calendar for April. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £23. However, taking the bus from Schenectady to New York during November is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £29. The best way to find deals on a trip in November is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

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To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 24 days in advance to save up to £10.08.

What coach companies travel from Schenectady to New York?

There are 5 bus lines from Schenectady to New York available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 10 daily trips, BBBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Adirondack Trailways34h 59m£31.49
BBBus103h 45m£21.76
FlixBus US14h 11m£40.79
Greyhound48h 12m£46.73
Wanda Coach43h 23m£18.14

  • Adirondack Trailways connects areas in New York such as the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley with New York City, serving a total of 94 cities. Some of its top routes include those going to Albany, Ithaca, and Syracuse. Onboard, Adirondack Trailways vehicles have Wi-Fi for internet connectivity on the move and additional amenities, including power outlets, restrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests.

  • Book BBBus from Schenectady to New York from £17. There are 10 BBBus schedules from Schenectady to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a BBBus ticket to New York. In Schenectady, BBBus departs to New York from 713 State Street and no other station. In New York, BBBus arrives at 8th Avenue & West 30th Street and 1 other station.

    An average trip on BBBus from Schenectady to New York takes 3 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available BBBus trip will get you to New York in 3 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, BBBus offers 11 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to New York.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Schenectady to New York, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Schenectady to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 12 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from £26.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 4 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from £18 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Schenectady and New York.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Schenectady to New York

The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 145 miles from Schenectady to New York. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in New York. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Schenectady to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 20 scheduled coaches that travel from Schenectady to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 13 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Schenectady to New York; ticket prices start at £34.77.

City Information

Schenectady

Schenectady is a city in the Hudson Valley about 20 minutes outside of the New York state capital, Albany. Schenectady is a convenient and exciting place to stay if you want easy access to some of the best Upstate destinations, from Saratoga Springs and Lake George to the Adirondacks.

Dive into the area's history by wandering through The Stockade Historic District, a residential area with over 40 homes that pre-date the American Revolution. Then, to pay homage to more recent history, like Thomas Edison's establishment of General Electric in Schenectady, the Museum of Science and Innovation includes exhibits about outer space, engineering and design, inventions, and technology. And remember to stop and smell the roses at the Central Park Rose Garden!

Schenectady is well-connected to other Upstate New York destinations via Trailways buses, including Adirondack Trailways. Intercity buses also provide service to New York City in just over 3 hours. Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited, Maple Lead, Empire Service, and Ethan Allen Express stop in Schenectady with connections to Buffalo, Chicago, Washington, and more. For those who prefer to fly, Albany International Airport is the closest airport to Schenectady.

New York

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New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Schenectady?

Main departure station: 713 State Street

Coaches to New York leave from 3 stations in Schenectady.

All coach stations in Schenectady:

  • 713 State Street

  • Gateway Mobility Hub

  • 900 State St

Where does the coach arrive in New York?

Main arrival station: 8th Avenue & West 30th Street

Coaches arrive in New York at 11 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in New York:

  • 8th Avenue & West 30th Street

  • 152 E Broadway

  • Port Authority Bus Station

  • 103 Canal St

  • Madison Ave btwn E 33rd and 34th St

  • 300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)

  • New York W 34th St & 12th Ave

  • Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

  • GW Bridge Bus Station

  • Queens Vlg

  • 47 Chrystie St

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