What is the cheapest way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady?

The cheapest way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady?

The fastest way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between New Paltz and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from New Paltz to Schenectady station. However, there are services departing from New Paltz and arriving at Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Albany Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between New Paltz and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct train from New Paltz station to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station and arriving at Schenectady via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from New Paltz to Schenectady?

The distance between New Paltz and Schenectady is 97 miles. The road distance is 84.8 miles.

How do I travel from New Paltz to Schenectady without a car?

The best way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $80 - $250.

How long does it take to get from New Paltz to Schenectady?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from New Paltz to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Paltz to Schenectady bus from?

New Paltz to Schenectady bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from New Paltz station.

Where do I catch the New Paltz to Schenectady train from?

New Paltz to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from New Paltz to Schenectady?

The best way to get from New Paltz to Schenectady is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $80 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus and line 905 bus, which costs $20 - $45 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the New Paltz to Schenectady bus arrive?

New Paltz to Schenectady bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany station.

Where does the New Paltz to Schenectady train arrive?

New Paltz to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from New Paltz to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between New Paltz to Schenectady is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from New Paltz to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 218+ hotels available in Schenectady.

New Paltz to Schenectady - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 905 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from New Paltz to Schenectady by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
2h 4m
$84–242
Drive 84.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Paltz to Schenectadycar 84.3 mi
1h 31m
$16–23
Bus, line 905 bus
1. Take the bus from New Paltz to Albanybus Adt A412 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terrbus 905
2h 37m
$21–44

New Paltz to Schenectady by bus

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Distance: 96.9 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between New Paltz, NY, USA and Schenectady, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $28–60 and the journey takes 1h 44m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Paltz to Veterans Park Station - State St & Nott Terr via Albany and Albany Bus Terminal in around 2h 37m.

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