What is the cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Perth Amboy?

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Perth Amboy is to bus and train which costs $23 - $45 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Schenectady to Perth Amboy?

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Perth Amboy is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Perth Amboy?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady station to Perth Amboy. However, there are services departing from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway and arriving at Smith St At State St via Albany and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Perth Amboy?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Perth Amboy. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Perth Amboy via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Perth Amboy?

The distance between Schenectady and Perth Amboy is 193 miles. The road distance is 178.1 miles.

How do I travel from Schenectady to Perth Amboy without a car?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Perth Amboy without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 31m and costs $23 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Schenectady to Perth Amboy?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Schenectady to Perth Amboy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Perth Amboy bus from?

Schenectady to Perth Amboy bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Albany station.

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Perth Amboy train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Perth Amboy?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Perth Amboy is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs $55 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $150 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Schenectady to Perth Amboy bus arrive?

Schenectady to Perth Amboy bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Schenectady to Perth Amboy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Perth Amboy?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Perth Amboy is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Schenectady to Perth Amboy.

Where can I stay near Perth Amboy?

There are 343+ hotels available in Perth Amboy.

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

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

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 Perth AmboyNjcl / ...
4h 31m
$23–41
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 Perth AmboyNjcl / ...
4h 44m
$59–139
Drive 177.1 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Perth Amboy177.1 mi
3h 21m
$33–47
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 Perth Amboy
5h 4m
$237–624
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 Perth AmboyNjcl / ...
5h 12m
$62–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany to New YorkAdt 287 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Smith St At State St116
6h 8m
$39–142

Schenectady to Perth Amboy by train

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4h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.1 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Schenectady to Perth Amboy via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and New York Penn Station in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Smith St At State St via Albany Bus Terminal, Albany, New York, and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 6h 8m.

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