What is the cheapest way to get from Scotch Plains to Albany?

The cheapest way to get from Scotch Plains to Albany is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotch Plains to Albany?

The fastest way to get from Scotch Plains to Albany is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Scotch Plains and Albany?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotch Plains to Albany. However, there are services departing from Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd and arriving at Albany via New York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Scotch Plains to Albany?

The distance between Scotch Plains and Albany is 218 miles. The road distance is 155.8 miles.

How do I travel from Scotch Plains to Albany without a car?

The best way to get from Scotch Plains to Albany without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 44m and costs $45 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Scotch Plains to Albany?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Scotch Plains to Albany, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotch Plains to Albany bus from?

Scotch Plains to Albany bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd station.

Where does the Scotch Plains to Albany bus arrive?

Scotch Plains to Albany bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Scotch Plains to Albany?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotch Plains to Albany is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Scotch Plains to Albany.

Where can I stay near Albany?

There are 177+ hotels available in Albany.

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There are 5 ways to get from Scotch Plains to Albany by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 114
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
4h 44m
$49–124
Drive 154.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scotch Plains to Albanycar 154.9 mi
2h 57m
$29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 114
2. Take the bus from New York to Albanybus Adt A278 / ...
4h 52m
$38–129
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane LGA - ALB
4h 56m
$86–586
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 114
2. Take the bus from New York, NY to Albany-Rensselaerbus Nyc
5h 22m
$32–87

Scotch Plains to Albany by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 217 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Scotch Plains, NJ, USA and Albany, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Mountain Ave At Westfield Rd to Albany via Port Authority Bus Terminal and New York in around 4h 52m.

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