What is the cheapest way to get from Merrick to Schenectady?

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Schenectady is to train and bus via New York which costs $28 - $45 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrick to Schenectady?

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Schenectady is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Merrick and arriving at Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Merrick to Schenectady?

The distance between Merrick and Schenectady is 186 miles. The road distance is 181.1 miles.

How do I travel from Merrick to Schenectady without a car?

The best way to get from Merrick to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs $65 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Merrick to Schenectady?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Merrick to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Schenectady train from?

Merrick to Schenectady train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Merrick station.

Where does the Merrick to Schenectady train arrive?

Merrick to Schenectady train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Merrick to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Schenectady is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Merrick to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 198+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Merrick to Schenectady - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, subway

There are 6 ways to get from Merrick to Schenectady by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, subway, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Merrick to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
4h 54m
$68–147
Train, bus via New York
cheapest
1. Take the train from Merrick to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to SchenectadyNyc / ...
4h 55m
$29–43
Drive 180.1 mi
1. Drive from Merrick to Schenectady180.1 mi
3h 24m
$33–48
Train, subway, fly, line 370 bus
1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaica
2. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av
3. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)LGA - ALB
4. Take the bus from Rt 7 & Ronald Dr to Nott Terr & Chapel St
4h 17m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Merrick to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the bus from Midtown - 400 8th Ave to SchenectadyNyc
5h
$43–52
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
1. Take the train from Merrick to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 37m
$68–212

Merrick to Schenectady by train

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4h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Merrick, NY, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Merrick to Schenectady via Penn Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 4h 54m.

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