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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Hackensack is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Hackensack is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Hackensack?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Hackensack. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at State St At Salem St# via W 34 St/Broadway and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Hackensack?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Hackensack. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Essex Street via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, New York Penn Station and Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Hackensack?

The distance between Schenectady and Hackensack is 229 miles. The road distance is 148.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Hackensack without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Schenectady to Hackensack, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Hackensack bus from?

Schenectady to Hackensack bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from Schenectady station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Hackensack train from?

Schenectady to Hackensack train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Schenectady to Hackensack?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Hackensack is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $220 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Schenectady to Hackensack bus arrive?

Schenectady to Hackensack bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at New York, NY - Midtown station.

Where does the Schenectady to Hackensack train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Hackensack?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Hackensack is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Schenectady to Hackensack.

Where can I stay near Hackensack?

There are 2755+ hotels available in Hackensack.

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

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

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 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to State St At Salem St#165
4h 25m
$30–58
Drive 147.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Hackensack147.2 mi
2h 41m
$27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to State St At Salem St#165
4h 36m
$64–149
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)ALB - LGA
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to State St At Salem St#
4h 43m
$239–628
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 12m
$64–215
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 State St At Salem St#165
5h 41m
$37–136

Schenectady to Hackensack by train, foot, and bus

42Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.7 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Schenectady to State St At Salem St# via New York, NY - Midtown, W 34 St/Broadway, W 43 St/8 Av, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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