What is the cheapest way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus?

The cheapest way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus?

The fastest way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Paramus?

No, there is no direct bus from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute station to Paramus. However, there are services departing from Congress Station- 3rd St & Congress St and arriving at Rt 17 & Midland Ave via Broadway & Steuben St, Albany-Rensselaer and Ridgewood Park and Ride South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus?

The distance between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Paramus is 158 miles. The road distance is 136.6 miles.

Where do I catch the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus bus from?

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus bus services, operated by Megabus, depart from Albany-Rensselaer station.

Train or bus from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus?

The best way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $110 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus via East St & Herrick St, which costs $20 - $90 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus bus arrive?

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus bus services, operated by Megabus, arrive at Ridgewood, NJ - Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus?

Yes, the driving distance between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus.

Where can I stay near Paramus?

There are 2038+ hotels available in Paramus.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Yonkers Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
4h 34m
$111–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albany, Ny to Ridgewood291 / ...
5h 27m
$18–94
Bus via East St & Herrick St
1. Take the bus from Albany-Rensselaer to Ridgewood, NJ - Park and RideAlbany
5h 11m
$21–86
Drive 135.8 mi
1. Drive from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus135.8 mi
2h 28m
$25–36

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Paramus by foot and bus

72Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY, USA and Paramus, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Yonkers Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 2h 4m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Megabus operates a bus from Albany-Rensselaer to Ridgewood, NJ - Park and Ride every 4 hours. Tickets cost $19 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Trailways also services this route every 4 hours.

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