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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Elizabeth is to bus which costs $23 - $40 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Elizabeth is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Elizabeth?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady station to Elizabeth. However, there are services departing from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway and arriving at Broad St At Jersey St via Albany and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Elizabeth?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Elizabeth. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Elizabeth via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Elizabeth?

The distance between Schenectady and Elizabeth is 181 miles. The road distance is 164.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Elizabeth without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $23 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Schenectady to Elizabeth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Elizabeth bus from?

Schenectady to Elizabeth bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), depart from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Elizabeth train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Elizabeth?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Elizabeth is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $23 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Schenectady to Elizabeth bus arrive?

Schenectady to Elizabeth bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), arrive at Albany Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Schenectady to Elizabeth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Elizabeth?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Elizabeth is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Schenectady to Elizabeth.

Where can I stay near Elizabeth?

There are 2973+ hotels available in Elizabeth.

Schenectady to Elizabeth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to Elizabeth by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - MidtownNyc / ...
3h 55m
$23–38
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
4h 8m
$59–136
Drive 163.8 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Elizabeth163.8 mi
3h 5m
$30–44
Line 370 bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from 604 State St to Rt 7 & Ronald Dr
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)ALB - LGA
3. Take the train from Woodside to New York Penn Station
4. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Elizabeth
4h 28m
$237–622
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
4h 36m
$62–205
Line 905 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Albany Bus Terminal905
2. Take the bus from Albany to New York
3. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Broad St At Jersey St112
6h
$38–138

Schenectady to Elizabeth by train (Amtrak)

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4h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.6 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Fox Bus operates a bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtown every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, 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.

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