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Paterson to Schenectady trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Paterson and Schenectady takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Paterson to Schenectady. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 3m
Duration
176 mi
Distance
$142
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Paterson to Schenectady train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Paterson and Schenectady. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paterson is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Schenectady at 10:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Secaucus Upper Level and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakVIA Rail4h 41m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 58m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 22m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak5h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak5h 22m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 56m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 51m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak5h 22m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 56m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 51m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 45m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakVIA Rail4h 41m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 58m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 22m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak5h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakVIA Rail4h 41m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 58m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 22m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak5h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakVIA Rail4h 41m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 58m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 22m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak5h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakVIA Rail4h 41m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 58m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak4h 22m • 3 changes
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    NJ TransitNJ TransitAmtrakAmtrak5h 4m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Paterson to Schenectady? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 176 mi
  • Duration: 5h 3m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $75–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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