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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Schenectady - Chicago
How long is the bus ride from Schenectady to Chicago?
The bus ride from Schenectady to Chicago takes 1d 5h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Chicago in 1d
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.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Schenectady to Chicago?
Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Schenectady to Chicago. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$138, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Schenectady to Chicago?
You can expect to pay around US$170 for the bus ride from Schenectady to Chicago.
Can I take an overnight bus from Schenectady to Chicago?
Yes! If you're heading from Schenectady to Chicago, you'll find buses departing until 8:50pm and arriving the next day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To 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.
You can expect to pay from US$172 to US$194 for a bus ticket from Schenectady to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$172 which is on 2025-06-06.
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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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Did you know?
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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