Is there a direct bus between Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

No, there is no direct bus from Worcester Polytechnic Institute station to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute station. However, there are services departing from Worcester Union Station and arriving at Congress Station - 4th St & Congress St via Albany Bus Terminal and Broadway & Orange St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

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Q: What is the cheapest way to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

The cheapest way to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 30m.

Q: What is the fastest way to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

The fastest way to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $24 - $40.

Q: How far is it from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

The distance between Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is 146 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute without a car?

The best way to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute without a car is to bus which takes 4h 6m and costs $35 - $60.

Q: How long does it take to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, including transfers.

Q: Train or bus from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

The best way to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is to bus which takes 4h 6m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $90 and takes 5h 42m.

Q: Can I drive from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

There are 3 ways to get from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NYGreyhound US0270D
4h 6m
$37–58
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Worcester Union Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited
5h 42m
$22–86
Drive 134.6 mi
1. Drive from Worcester Polytechnic Institute to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute134.6 mi
2h 30m
$25–36

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Distance: 145.6 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Worcester Polytechnic Institute, MA, USA and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Worcester Union Station to Albany Bus Terminal, NY 6 times a week. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Worcester Union Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $20–85 and the journey takes 4h 4m.

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