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Schenectady to Paterson trains

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The average train between Schenectady and Paterson takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Schenectady to Paterson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 55m
Duration
176 mi
Distance
$87
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Schenectady to Paterson train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Schenectady and Paterson. 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 Paterson at 11:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 8m • 3 changes
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    VIA RailAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 46m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 52m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 58m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 46m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 24m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 8m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 37m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 41m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit5h • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 37m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 37m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 41m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit5h • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 37m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 58m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 46m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 24m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit6h • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 58m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 46m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 24m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit6h • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 58m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 46m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit4h 24m • 3 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit6h • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Schenectady to Paterson? 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.

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  • Distance: 176 mi
  • Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Paterson, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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