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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Summit is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Summit is to drive which takes 3h and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Summit?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady station to Summit. However, there are services departing from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway and arriving at Morris Ave At Springfield Ave via Albany, Port Authority Bus Terminal and Morris Ave At Mountain Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Schenectady and Summit?

No, there is no direct train from Schenectady to Summit. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Summit via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Summit?

The distance between Schenectady and Summit is 183 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Summit without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $55 - $140.

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

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

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Summit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Schenectady to Summit train from?

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

Train or bus from Schenectady to Summit?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Summit is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $55 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $150 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Schenectady to Summit bus arrive?

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

Where does the Schenectady to Summit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Schenectady to Summit?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Summit is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Schenectady to Summit.

Where can I stay near Summit?

There are 833+ hotels available in Summit.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Schenectady to Summit by train (Amtrak), bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn StationEmpire Service / ...
4h 34m
$59–138
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Schenectady to New York Penn StationVIA Rail
5h 41m
$30–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Albany to New YorkAdt 287 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Mountain Ave At Morris Ave114
6h 33m
$39–142
Drive 167.5 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Summit167.5 mi
3h
$31–45
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 Summit
4h 53m
$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 SummitMne / ...
5h 2m
$53–188

Schenectady to Summit by train (Amtrak)

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway to Morris Ave At Springfield Ave via Albany Bus Terminal, Albany, New York, Port Authority Bus Terminal, Mountain Ave At Morris Ave, and Morris Ave At Mountain Ave in around 6h 33m.

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