How far is Schenectady, NY from Albany, NY?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Schenectady and Albany is 14.54 miles (23.4 km).
Flight distance from Schenectady, NY to Albany, NY is 14.54 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Schenectady, New York to Albany, New York is: 20.3 miles (32.66 km) by car.
Driving from Schenectady to Albany will take approximately 00 hours 25 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Albany: Washington Avenue (-73.756162,42.652644)
Estimated Travel Time Between Schenectady and Albany
The distance between Schenectady and Albany is 33 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 21 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 Schenectady and Albany. The current time is 20:35:14.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.71 liters (0.72 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Schenectady and Albany.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Schenectady to Albany is $2.7 (diesel $3.36).
New York gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.76 | $4.27 | $4.64 | $4.69 |
| Total | $2.7 | $3.06 | $3.33 | $3.36 |
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 April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Schenectady and Albany (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 Bushwick, NY to Schenectady 173.98 miles (280 km)
Driving distance from Elmhurst, NY to Schenectady 170.18 miles (274 km)
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