What is the cheapest way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady?

The cheapest way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady?

The fastest way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between New Paltz and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from New Paltz to Schenectady station. However, there are services departing from New Paltz and arriving at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Albany Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from New Paltz to Schenectady?

The distance between New Paltz and Schenectady is 89 miles. The road distance is 84.8 miles.

How do I travel from New Paltz to Schenectady without a car?

The best way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady without a car is to bus and line 905 bus which takes 2h 38m and costs $20 - $45.

How long does it take to get from New Paltz to Schenectady?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from New Paltz to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Paltz to Schenectady bus from?

New Paltz to Schenectady bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from New Paltz station.

Train or bus from New Paltz to Schenectady?

The best way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady is to bus and line 905 bus which takes 2h 38m and costs $20 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $230 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the New Paltz to Schenectady bus arrive?

New Paltz to Schenectady bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany station.

Can I drive from New Paltz to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between New Paltz to Schenectady is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from New Paltz to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 220+ hotels available in Schenectady.

New Paltz to Schenectady - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 905 bus

There are 4 ways to get from New Paltz to Schenectady by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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

Bus, line 905 bus
best
1. Take the bus from New Paltz to Albanybus Adt A412 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terrbus 905
2h 38m
$21–44
Drive 84.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Paltz to Schenectadycar 84.3 mi
1h 31m
$16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2h 47m
$81–227
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from New Paltz Trailways to Poughkeepsie Train Stationbus Upl-Eb
2. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
3h 33m
$20–85

New Paltz to Schenectady by bus

23Weekly Buses

2h 38mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.4 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between New Paltz, NY, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from New Paltz to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Albany and Albany Bus Terminal in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $26–50 and the journey takes 1h 6m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily.

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