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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Montclair is to bus which costs $24 - $45 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Montclair is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Montclair?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Montclair. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Watchung Avenue via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Montclair?

The distance between Schenectady and Montclair is 183 miles. The road distance is 152.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Montclair without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $24 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Schenectady to Montclair, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Montclair train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Montclair?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Montclair is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $24 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Schenectady to Montclair train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Montclair?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Montclair is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Schenectady to Montclair.

Where can I stay near Montclair?

There are 3076+ hotels available in Montclair.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to Montclair 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 / ...
4h 45m
$24–43
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
4h 52m
$59–137
Drive 151.3 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Montclair151.3 mi
2h 49m
$28–40
Fly, train
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)ALB - LGA
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Watchung Avenue
5h 12m
$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 / ...
5h 20m
$63–207
Train #2
1. Take the train from Schenectady to New York Penn StationVIA Rail
5h 59m
$30–100

Schenectady to Montclair by train (Amtrak)

42Weekly Trains

4h 52mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.5 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Schenectady, NY, USA and Montclair, 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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