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Schenectady to Paterson trains

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The average train between Schenectady and Paterson takes 4h 57m 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 57m
Duration
176 mi
Distance
$140
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

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  1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain train Empire Service / ...
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$86–283

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 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 29, 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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Departing Friday, October 30, 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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Departing Saturday, October 31, 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 37m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 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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    VIA RailAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 2, 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, November 3, 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 57m

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 $75–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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