What is the cheapest way to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady?

The cheapest way to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady?

The fastest way to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between East Rutherford and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from East Rutherford to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Paterson Ave At Grove St and arriving at Schenectady via Midtown - 400 8th Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between East Rutherford and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from East Rutherford to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Rutherford and arriving at Schenectady via Secaucus Upper Level, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from East Rutherford to Schenectady?

The distance between East Rutherford and Schenectady is 213 miles. The road distance is 151.8 miles.

How do I travel from East Rutherford to Schenectady without a car?

The best way to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $120.

How long does it take to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Rutherford to Schenectady bus from?

East Rutherford to Schenectady bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Paterson Ave At Grove St station.

Where do I catch the East Rutherford to Schenectady train from?

East Rutherford to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from East Rutherford to Schenectady?

The best way to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady is to bus which takes 4h 52m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $180 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the East Rutherford to Schenectady bus arrive?

East Rutherford to Schenectady bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the East Rutherford to Schenectady train arrive?

East Rutherford to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from East Rutherford to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between East Rutherford to Schenectady is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from East Rutherford to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 361+ hotels available in Schenectady.

East Rutherford to Schenectady - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from East Rutherford to Schenectady by bus, train, car, subway, plane, or train (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Paterson Ave At Grove St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 160 / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
4h 45m
$47–116
Drive 150.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Rutherford to Schenectadycar 150.9 mi
2h 44m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paterson Ave At Grove St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Midtown - 400 8th Ave to Schenectadybus Nyc
4h 52m
$42–56
Bus, subway, fly, line 370 bus
1. Take the bus from Paterson Ave At Grove St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Avsubway
3. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane LGA - ALB
4. Take the bus from Rt 7 & Ronald Dr to Nott Terr & Chapel Stbus
4h 19m
$64–408
Bus, line 905 bus
1. Take the bus from Paterson Ave At Grove St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 160 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York to Albanybus
3. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadwaybus 905
5h 16m
$38–123
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
5h 21m
$50–179
Bus, train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
1. Take the bus from Paterson Ave At Grove St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 160 / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
5h 28m
$52–181

East Rutherford to Schenectady by bus, foot, and train

42Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.8 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Paterson Ave At Grove St to Schenectady via Port Authority Bus Terminal and Midtown - 400 8th Ave in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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