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

The cheapest way to get from Paterson to Schenectady is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paterson to Schenectady is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Paterson and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Paterson to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Market St At City Hall and arriving at Schenectady via Midtown - 400 8th Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Paterson and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Paterson to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Paterson 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 39m.

How far is it from Paterson to Schenectady?

The distance between Paterson and Schenectady is 231 miles. The road distance is 144.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paterson to Schenectady without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 33m and costs $60 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Paterson to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Schenectady bus from?

Paterson to Schenectady bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Market St At City Hall station.

Where do I catch the Paterson to Schenectady train from?

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

Train or bus from Paterson to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Paterson to Schenectady is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $40 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $220 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Paterson to Schenectady bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paterson to Schenectady train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paterson to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Paterson to Schenectady is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Paterson to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 206+ hotels available in Schenectady.

Paterson to Schenectady - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Paterson to Schenectady by bus, train, car, 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 Market St At City Hall to Port Authority Bus Terminal161 / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
5h 33m
$64–157
Drive 143.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paterson to Schenectady143.7 mi
2h 38m
$27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market St At City Hall to Port Authority Bus Terminal161 / ...
2. Take the bus from Midtown - 400 8th Ave to SchenectadyNyc
5h 40m
$44–62
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 39m
$65–216
Bus via Albany Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Market St At City Hall to Port Authority Bus Terminal161 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York to AlbanyAdt 278 / ...
6h 4m
$39–129

Paterson to Schenectady by bus, foot, and train

42Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.3 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Market St At City Hall to Schenectady via Port Authority Bus Terminal and Midtown - 400 8th Ave in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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