Busbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Schenectady
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Greyhound Boston Schenectady recent customer reviews
Driver Jones was excellent! He made the trip a delight. He was personable, professional and most courteous and helpful!
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Greyhound Boston Schenectady recent customer reviews
Driver Jones was excellent! He made the trip a delight. He was personable, professional and most courteous and helpful!
Based on 5416 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $28
Greyhound Boston Schenectady recent customer reviews
Driver Jones was excellent! He made the trip a delight. He was personable, professional and most courteous and helpful!
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston, MA, US - Schenectady
What is the travel distance from Boston to Schenectady?
About 150 miles (242 km) separate Boston and Schenectady.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Schenectady?
The majority of buses traveling from Boston to Schenectady start their journey at Back Bay Station and wind up at Schenectady Travel Center Bus Stop. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/21
$35
08/22
$50
Today
$41
08/24
$45
08/25
$36
08/26
$33
08/27
$33
08/28
$35
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Schenectady was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $33
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Schenectady, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $33 to $271 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-08-26.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Boston to Schenectady.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Boston to Schenectady, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Boston to Schenectady that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Boston to Schenectady while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Schenectady?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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