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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Schenectady Station | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Cheapest | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Schenectady Station | Penn Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Schenectady Station | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Schenectady Station | Penn Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Schenectady Station | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Schenectady to Newark
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 671, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 947
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady to Newark, NJ by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Schenectady to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Newark start from R 947. The average price for this train route is around R 2 371. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Schenectady to Newark?
The average train journey time from Schenectady to Newark is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 232 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Schenectady to Newark route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 15 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Schenectady to Newark?
The earliest train from Schenectady to Newark departs at 09:21. And the latest train departs at 18:38.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 136To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Schenectady to Newark, NJ as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 136 to R 10 784 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 755, which is on 2025-12-16.
