How far is Albany, NY from Schenectady, NY?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Albany and Schenectady is 14.54 miles (23.4 km).
Flight distance from Albany, NY to Schenectady, NY is 14.54 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Albany, New York to Schenectady, New York is: 19.17 miles (30.85 km) by car.
Driving from Albany to Schenectady will take approximately 00 hours 23 minutes.
#1 Albany
The capital of New York State. It is located on the Hudson River in the eastern part of the state. Albany is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Empire State Plaza and the New York State Museum.
| Population | 95429 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°39'9"N 73°45'22"W |
| Latitude | 42.6525800 |
| Longitude | -73.7562300 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Schenectady
The most populous city in Schenectady County, New York. It is located on the Mohawk River in upstate New York. Schenectady is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Schenectady Museum and the General Electric Corporate Archives.
| Population | 65231 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°48'51"N 73°56'22"W |
| Latitude | 42.8142400 |
| Longitude | -73.9395700 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Schenectady: Jay Street (-73.939783,42.814319)
Estimated Travel Time Between Albany and Schenectady
The distance between Albany and Schenectady is 31 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 20 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Albany and Schenectady. The current time is 02:54:51.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.56 liters (0.68 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Albany and Schenectady.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Albany to Schenectady is $2.55 (diesel $3.17).
New York gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.76 | $4.27 | $4.64 | $4.69 |
| Total | $2.55 | $2.89 | $3.14 | $3.17 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in New York ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.764 (Diesel $4.694) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Albany and Schenectady (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
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Driving distance from Borough Park, NY to Albany 161.9 miles (261 km)
Driving distance from Bushwick, NY to Albany 155.54 miles (250 km)
Driving distance from Elmhurst, NY to Albany 155.18 miles (250 km)
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