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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Schenectady to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Schenectady - Chicago
How far is Schenectady from Chicago?
It's about 1133 km (702 miles) from Schenectady to Chicago.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Schenectady to Chicago?
Buses departing from Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop in Schenectady will take you to Downtown Greyhound Station in Chicago.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Chicago was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of US$171To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Schenectady to Chicago, as early as possible.
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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Schenectady to Chicago.
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The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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