What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Basking Ridge?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Basking Ridge. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Basking Ridge via New York Penn Station and Summit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Basking Ridge?

The distance between Schenectady and Basking Ridge is 196 miles. The road distance is 169.4 miles.

How do I travel from Schenectady to Basking Ridge without a car?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs $60 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Basking Ridge train from?

Schenectady to Basking Ridge train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Schenectady station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Basking Ridge?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs $60 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Schenectady to Basking Ridge train arrive?

Schenectady to Basking Ridge train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Basking Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Basking Ridge is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Schenectady to Basking Ridge.

Where can I stay near Basking Ridge?

There are 144+ hotels available in Basking Ridge.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Schenectady to Basking Ridge by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 37m
$61–151
Drive 168.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Basking Ridge168.4 mi
2h 59m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - MidtownNyc / ...
2. Take the bus from Grace Building NYC to Berkeley Heights, NJNyc
5h 42m
$58–86
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Broad St to Basking RidgeMneg
6h 14m
$65–221
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Albany to New York
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Hoboken Terminal Lane 6126
3. Take the train from Hoboken to Basking Ridge
7h 9m
$38–150

Schenectady to Basking Ridge by train (Amtrak)

42Weekly Trains

5h 37mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to Basking Ridge via New York, NY - Midtown, Grace Building NYC, Berkeley Heights, NJ, and Berkeley Heights in around 5h 42m.

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