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

The cheapest way to get from Passaic to Schenectady is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Passaic to Schenectady is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Passaic and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Passaic to Schenectady station. However, there are services departing from Main Ave At Prospect St and arriving at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via New York and Albany Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Passaic and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Passaic to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Passaic and arriving at Schenectady via Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Level, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Passaic to Schenectady?

The distance between Passaic and Schenectady is 222 miles. The road distance is 149.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Passaic to Schenectady without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 5m and costs $60 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Passaic to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Passaic to Schenectady bus from?

Passaic to Schenectady bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Main Ave At Prospect St station.

Where do I catch the Passaic to Schenectady train from?

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

Train or bus from Passaic to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Passaic to Schenectady is to bus and line 905 bus which takes 5h 33m and costs $35 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $210 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Passaic to Schenectady bus arrive?

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

Where does the Passaic to Schenectady train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Passaic to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Passaic to Schenectady is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Passaic to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 201+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Passaic to Schenectady - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 905 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Passaic to Schenectady by bus, train, car, 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 Main Ave At Prospect St to Port Authority Bus Terminal190
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
5h 5m
$63–154
Drive 148.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Passaic to Schenectady148.5 mi
2h 45m
$28–40
Bus, line 905 bus
1. Take the bus from Main Ave At Prospect St to Port Authority Bus Terminal190
2. Take the bus from New York to Albany
3. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr905
5h 33m
$38–126
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Main Ave At High St to Port Authority Bus Terminal
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)LGA - ALB
4h 40m
$243–631
Bus, train via Penn Station
1. Take the bus from Main Ave At Prospect St to Port Authority Bus Terminal190
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to SchenectadyVIA Rail
5h 16m
$36–114
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 29m
$60–205

Passaic to Schenectady by bus, foot, and train

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5h 5mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.1 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Main Ave At Prospect St to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, Albany, and Albany Bus Terminal in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $45–110 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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