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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Merrick is to bus and train which costs $28 - $50 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Merrick is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Merrick?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Merrick. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Merrick via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Merrick?

The distance between Schenectady and Merrick is 191 miles. The road distance is 181.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Merrick without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 25m and costs $28 - $50.

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

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

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Merrick train from?

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

Where does the Schenectady to Merrick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Merrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Merrick is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Schenectady to Merrick.

Where can I stay near Merrick?

There are 219+ hotels available in Merrick.

Schenectady to Merrick - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 370 bus

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - MidtownNyc / ...
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to MerrickBabylon Branch
4h 25m
$28–46
Train
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to MerrickBabylon Branch
4h 39m
$62–127
Drive 180.4 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Merrick180.4 mi
3h 25m
$33–48
Line 370 bus, fly, subway, 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 subway from Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport
4. Take the train from Jamaica to Merrick
4h 10m
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 New York Penn Station to MerrickBabylon Branch
5h 7m
$57–190
Train #2
1. Take the train from Schenectady to New York Penn StationVIA Rail
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to MerrickBabylon Branch
5h 46m
$35–104

Schenectady to Merrick by bus, foot, and train

74Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.2 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Merrick, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Schenectady to Merrick via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and New York Penn Station in around 4h 39m.

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