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

The cheapest way to get from Wantagh to Schenectady is to train and bus via New York which costs $29 - $45 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wantagh to Schenectady is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Wantagh and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from Wantagh to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Wantagh and arriving at Schenectady via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Wantagh to Schenectady?

The distance between Wantagh and Schenectady is 188 miles. The road distance is 182.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wantagh to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs $60 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Wantagh to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wantagh to Schenectady train from?

Wantagh to Schenectady train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Wantagh station.

Where does the Wantagh to Schenectady train arrive?

Wantagh to Schenectady train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Wantagh to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Wantagh to Schenectady is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Wantagh to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 199+ hotels available in Schenectady.

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wantagh to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to SchenectadyEthan Allen Express / ...
5h
$63–148
Train, bus via New York
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wantagh to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to SchenectadyNyc / ...
5h 1m
$29–44
Drive 181.6 mi
1. Drive from Wantagh to Schenectady181.6 mi
3h 27m
$34–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Wantagh to Jamaica
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)LGA - ALB
4h 23m
$241–619
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wantagh to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the bus from Midtown - 400 8th Ave to SchenectadyNyc
5h 6m
$43–53
Train via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
1. Take the train from Wantagh to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
5h 43m
$68–213

Wantagh to Schenectady by train

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Distance: 187 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Wantagh to Schenectady via Penn Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 5h.

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