The average train between Schenectady and Newark takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Schenectady to Newark. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Schenectady and Newark. The earliest departure is at 9:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Schenectady is at 6:38 PM which arrives into Newark at 11:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 12m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Schenectady to Newark? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Newark. However, there are services departing from Schenectady station and arriving at Newark station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
Schenectady to Newark train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.
Schenectady to Newark train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.
Book your Schenectady to Newark train tickets online with Amtrak and Amtrak Acela.
The distance between Schenectady and Newark is 231.9 km. The road distance is 271 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 3h 24m.