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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Elizabeth is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 6m.

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 6m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Elizabeth?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Elizabeth. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Broad St At Jersey St via W 34 St/Broadway and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

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 7m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Elizabeth?

The distance between Schenectady and Elizabeth is 175 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 train which takes 4h 7m and costs $50 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m 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 Fox Bus, depart from Schenectady station.

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 train which takes 4h 7m and costs $50 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Schenectady to Elizabeth bus arrive?

Schenectady to Elizabeth bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at New York, NY - Midtown 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 6m to drive from Schenectady to Elizabeth.

Where can I stay near Elizabeth?

There are 2857+ 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 train (Amtrak), bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
4h 7m
$52–124
Drive 163.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Elizabethcar 163.8 mi
3h 6m
$30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - Midtownbus Nyc / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Broad St At Jersey Stbus 112
4h 43m
$31–59
Line 370 bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Nott Terr & State St to Rt 7 & Ronald Drbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ALB - LGA
3. Take the train from Woodside to New York Penn Stationtrain
4. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Elizabethtrain
4h 26m
$198–672
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
4h 35m
$53–182
Train #2
1. Take the train from Schenectady to New York Penn Stationtrain VIA Rail
5h 14m
$31–101

Schenectady to Elizabeth by train (Amtrak)

42Weekly Trains

4h 7mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.2 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to Broad St At Jersey St via New York, NY - Midtown, W 34 St/Broadway, 8 Av/W 40 St, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 4h 43m.

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