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Rensselaer to Bennington Bus Schedule
Bus from Rensselaer to Bennington: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Rensselaer to Bennington. Traveling by bus from Rensselaer to Bennington usually takes around one hour and 5 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 32 mi (52 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $10.00 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Vermont Translines |
| Bus lines | 2 |
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What bus companies travel from Rensselaer to Bennington?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Rensselaer to Bennington that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Vermont Translines usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 1h 5m | $11.00 |
| Vermont Translines | 2 | 1h 5m | $10.00 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Rensselaer to Bennington start at $11. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Vermont Translines from Rensselaer to Bennington from $10. There are 2 trips per day offered by Vermont Translines from Rensselaer to Bennington and you can expect on average to pay for a Vermont Translines ticket to Bennington. In Rensselaer, Vermont Translines departs to Bennington from Albany-Rensselaer Station Bus Lobby . In Bennington, Vermont Translines arrives at Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal .
An average trip on Vermont Translines from Rensselaer to Bennington takes 1 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Vermont Translines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bennington.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Rensselaer to Bennington
The bus takes an average of one hour and 5 minutes to cover the 32 miles from Rensselaer to Bennington. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Bennington, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Rensselaer to Bennington, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Rensselaer to Bennington every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Rensselaer to Bennington without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Rensselaer to Bennington; ticket prices start at $11.00.
City Information
Rensselaer
Rensselaer is a small town located just across the Hudson River from the New York State capital, Albany. The Amtrak train station that serves Albany is actually located within Rensselaer, so many commuters and vacationers alike will pass through the city when traveling in the Hudson River Valley.
Rensselaer itself boasts a rich industrial tradition, and it was known as a major railway hub in the 19th century. One of the appealing local attractions in town is the Crailo State Historic Site. The site is a manor house, built in 1707, that today serves as a museum dedicated to the culture of Dutch colonists in New York State. More museums, activities, parks, and sights are waiting just across the river in Albany for the curious traveler.
The city of Rensselaer is an important transportation hub for Amtrak trains throughout the region, which include the Amtrak Empire Service, Amtrak Lake Shore Limited, Amtrak Maple Leaf, and Amtrak Ethan Allen Express. Between these services, Amtrak connects Rensselaer to New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and beyond. The nearest airport to the city is the Albany International Airport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rensselaer?
Main departure station: Albany-Rensselaer Station Bus Lobby
Rensselaer has two bus stations with service to Bennington.
All bus stations in Rensselaer:
Albany-Rensselaer Station Bus Lobby
Albany-Rensselaer Train Station
Where does the bus arrive in Bennington?
Main arrival station: Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal
All buses from Rensselaer arrive at one main station in Bennington.
All bus stations in Bennington:
Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal
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