What is the cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady?

The cheapest way to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady?

The fastest way to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Princeton Junction and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton Junction to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Princeton Jct. and arriving at Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Princeton Junction to Schenectady?

The distance between Princeton Junction and Schenectady is 208 miles. The road distance is 199 miles.

How do I travel from Princeton Junction to Schenectady without a car?

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady without a car is to train via New York which takes 5h 30m and costs $55 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton Junction to Schenectady train from?

Princeton Junction to Schenectady train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Princeton Jct. station.

Train or bus from Princeton Junction to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady is to train via New York which takes 5h 30m and costs $55 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $330 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Princeton Junction to Schenectady train arrive?

Princeton Junction to Schenectady train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Princeton Junction to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton Junction to Schenectady is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Princeton Junction to Schenectady.

How do I get a train ticket from Princeton Junction to Schenectady?

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Where can I stay near Schenectady?

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Princeton Junction to Schenectady - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Princeton Junction to Schenectady by train (Amtrak), bus, car, train, 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 via New York
best
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn StationNec
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
5h 30m
$58–150
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn StationNec
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to SchenectadyVIA Rail
5h 38m
$31–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany St & Spring St to Port Authority Bus TerminalSuburban Transit
2. Take the bus from New York to AlbanyAdt 278 / ...
6h 29m
$60–324
Drive 197.8 mi
1. Drive from Princeton Junction to Schenectady197.8 mi
3h 42m
$37–53
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Junction Amtrak Station to 30th Street Station
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Albany County Airport (ALB)PHL - ALB
4h 42m
$258–955
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn StationNec
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
6h 13m
$53–205
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Princeton Jct. to New York Penn Station
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)LGA - ALB
5h 24m
$235–624

Princeton Junction to Schenectady by train

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.2 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Princeton Jct. to Schenectady via Penn Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Princeton Jct. to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via New Brunswick, Albany St & Spring St, Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, Albany, and Albany Bus Terminal in around 6h 29m.

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