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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Paterson is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Paterson is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Paterson?

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

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Paterson?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Paterson. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Paterson via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, New York Penn Station and Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Paterson?

The distance between Schenectady and Paterson is 233 miles. The road distance is 145.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Paterson without a car is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Schenectady to Paterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Paterson bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Paterson train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Paterson?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Paterson is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $220 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Schenectady to Paterson bus arrive?

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

Where does the Schenectady to Paterson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Paterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Paterson is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Schenectady to Paterson.

Where can I stay near Paterson?

There are 2189+ hotels available in Paterson.

Schenectady to Paterson - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to Paterson 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 Main St At Market St190
4h 34m
$31–59
Drive 144.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Schenectady to Paterson144.3 mi
2h 38m
$27–38
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 Main St At Market St190
4h 45m
$65–151
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 Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Level
5. Take the train from Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Lower Level to Paterson
4h 56m
$239–630
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 4m
$65–215
Bus via Albany Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Albany to New YorkAdt 287 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Market St At City Hall161 / ...
5h 53m
$38–138

Schenectady to Paterson by train, foot, and bus

42Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.9 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Schenectady to Main St At Market St via New York, NY - Midtown, W 34 St/Broadway, W 43 St/8 Av, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 4h 34m. 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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