How to get from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY by bus?

From Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY by bus

To get from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY in Schenectady, take the 117 bus from Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane station to Colonie Station - Central Ave & Northway Mall station. Next, take the 905 bus from Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Center station to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 5 min. The ride fare is $3.50. The bus schedule from Albany (Airport) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Schenectady, NY on the Moovit app.

65min$3.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 117117
Bus - 905905
Walk to Schenectady, NY
Leaves from Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane
    ID 12636
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    Albany Shaker Road To Crossgates
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colonie Station - Central Ave & Northway Mall
    ID 10514
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Center
    ID 00165
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 905905
    Wait for bus
    905
    Albany To Schenectady-Gateway Hub
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway
    ID 03744
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Schenectady, NY
    Walk to
    Schenectady, NY
    550 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY by bus via 117 and 355

To get from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY in Schenectady, take the 117 bus from Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane station to Colonie Station - Central Ave & Northway Mall station. Next, take the 355 bus from Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Center station to State St & Clinton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from Albany (Airport) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Schenectady, NY on the Moovit app.

73min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 117117
Bus - 355355
Walk to Schenectady, NY
Leaves from Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane
    ID 12636
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    Albany Shaker Road To Crossgates
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colonie Station - Central Ave & Northway Mall
    ID 10514
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Center
    ID 00165
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 355355
    Wait for bus
    355
    Colonie Center To Schenectady
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    State St & Clinton St
    ID 10230
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Schenectady, NY
    Walk to
    Schenectady, NY
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY

The distance between Albany (Airport) and Schenectady, NY is approximately 14.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 65 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Schenectady – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY

To check the bus schedule from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Albany (Airport)) and destination (Schenectady, NY), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Alternative route from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY by bus via 117 and 355

To get from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY in Schenectady, take the 117 bus from Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane station to Colonie Station - Central Ave & Northway Mall station. Next, take the 355 bus from Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Center station to State St & Clinton St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from Albany (Airport) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Schenectady, NY on the Moovit app.

73min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 117117
Bus - 355355
Walk to Schenectady, NY
Leaves from Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane
    ID 12636
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    Albany Shaker Road To Crossgates
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colonie Station - Central Ave & Northway Mall
    ID 10514
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Center
    ID 00165
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 355355
    Wait for bus
    355
    Colonie Center To Schenectady
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    State St & Clinton St
    ID 10230
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Schenectady, NY
    Walk to
    Schenectady, NY
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY?

    The fastest way takes 65 minutes, using Bus line 117, Bus line 905.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY?

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 117, Bus line 355.

  • Is there a direct bus between Albany (Airport) and Schenectady, NY?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 5 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY?

    The 117 bus line goes from Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane station near Albany (Airport) in Colonie to Albany Shaker Road To Crossgates station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Albany Shaker Road To Crossgates station near Schenectady, NY.

  • How long does it take to travel from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY by bus?

    The total travel time between Albany (Airport) and Schenectady, NY by bus is about 1 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Albany (Airport) to get to Schenectady, NY?

    Get on the 117 bus from the Watervliet Shaker Rd & Heritage Lane stop near Albany (Airport) in Colonie.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Albany (Airport) and Schenectady, NY?

    Get off the bus at the Albany Shaker Road To Crossgates stop, which is closest to Schenectady, NY.

  • How much is the bus fare from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY?

    The ride from Albany (Airport) to Schenectady, NY costs $3.50.

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