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Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC by bus

The journey from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC by bus is 508.17 km and takes 13 hrs 33 mins. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 9:25 a.m. and the last at 11:05 a.m.. It is possible to travel from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC by bus for as little as $99.68 or as much as $177.11. The best price for this journey is $99.68.

Lowest Price $99.68
Journey Duration 13 hrs 33 mins
Connection per Day 6
Lowest Price $99.68
Highest Price $177.11
First Departure 9:25 a.m.
Last Departure 11:05 a.m.
Distance 508.17 km
Departure Schenectady, NY
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC

The cheapest Schenectady, NY - Washington, DC bus tickets can be found for as low as $134.30 if you’re lucky, or $159.38 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $198.39.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by bus

When travelling to Washington, DC by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Greyhound and FlixBus from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC
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Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
35.57kg
Bus
38.11kg
Flight
101.63kg
Car
81.31kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC?
A bus ticket from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC is $128.56. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $99.68.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC is $99.68. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Schenectady, NY and Washington, DC by bus?
Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC is 508.17 km.
How long does the bus between Schenectady, NY and Washington, DC take?
Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC is on average 13 hrs 33 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 11 hrs 50 mins.
Which companies operate from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC?
The bus journey from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC?
Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest bus from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC departs at 9:25 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC depart?
The latest bus from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC departs at 11:05 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $99.68 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Schenectady, NY and Washington, DC is 11 hrs 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Schenectady, NY and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC by bus?
The bus journey from Schenectady, NY to Washington, DC creates 38.11kg of CO2 emissions.

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