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

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Schenectady is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newark to Schenectady is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark station to Schenectady station. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Albany Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Newark to Schenectady?

The distance between Newark and Schenectady is 212 miles. The road distance is 159.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Schenectady without a car is to bus and line 905 bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Newark to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Schenectady bus from?

Newark to Schenectady bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Newark to Schenectady train from?

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

Train or bus from Newark to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Newark to Schenectady is to bus and line 905 bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $700 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Newark to Schenectady bus arrive?

Newark to Schenectady bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Albany Bus Terminal, NY station.

Where does the Newark to Schenectady train arrive?

Newark to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from Newark to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Schenectady is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Newark to Schenectady.

How do I get a train ticket from Newark to Schenectady?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Newark to Schenectady?

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Where can I stay near Schenectady?

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Newark to Schenectady - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 905 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Newark to Schenectady by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, plane, or bus

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 Newark Penn Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NYGreyhound US0236
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr905
4h 18m
$36–74
Drive 158.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Schenectady158.6 mi
2h 54m
$29–42
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
4h 28m
$56–659
Train, fly, line 370 bus
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to New York Penn Station
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Flushing Main Street
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
5h 8m
$241–630
Train via Penn Station
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to SchenectadyVIA Rail
4h 42m
$31–100

Newark to Schenectady by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 18mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.3 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Newark Penn Station to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Albany Bus Terminal, NY and Albany Bus Terminal in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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