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How to get from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by bus?

From Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by bus

To get from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, take the 85 bus from Vandenburg Ave & Lark St station to Riverfront Station - 4th St & Fulton St station. Next, take the 286 bus from Riverfront Station - 4th St & Fulton St station to Sage Ave @ Troy Building station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on the Moovit app.

37min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8585
Bus - 286286
Walk to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Leaves from Vandenburg Ave & Lark St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vandenburg Ave & Lark St
    ID 04254
    0.7 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Van Rensselaer Manor To North Troy Via 5th Ave
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Riverfront Station - 4th St & Fulton St
    ID 07130
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 286286
    Wait for bus
    286
    Downtown Troy To Vanderheyden Hall Via Myrtle Ave
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sage Ave @ Troy Building
    ID 12014
    3 min
  • 6
    Walk to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Walk to
    Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Sage Avenue
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by bus via 85

Take one direct bus from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy: take the 85 bus from Vandenburg Ave & Lark St station to 2100 6th Ave (Kennedy Towers) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is $1.50. The bus schedule from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on the Moovit app.

40min$1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8585
Walk to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Leaves from Vandenburg Ave & Lark St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vandenburg Ave & Lark St
    ID 04254
    0.7 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Van Rensselaer Manor To North Troy Via 5th Ave
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    2100 6th Ave (Kennedy Towers)
    ID 04425
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Walk to
    Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Sage Avenue
    0.53 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

The distance between Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave, Troy and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy is approximately 4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Troy – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

To check the bus schedule from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave) and destination (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Alternative route from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by bus via 85

Take one direct bus from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy: take the 85 bus from Vandenburg Ave & Lark St station to 2100 6th Ave (Kennedy Towers) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is $1.50. The bus schedule from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on the Moovit app.

40min$1.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 8585
Walk to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Leaves from Vandenburg Ave & Lark St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vandenburg Ave & Lark St
    ID 04254
    0.7 mi • 15 min
  • 2
    Bus - 8585
    Wait for bus
    85
    Van Rensselaer Manor To North Troy Via 5th Ave
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    2100 6th Ave (Kennedy Towers)
    ID 04425
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Walk to
    Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Sage Avenue
    0.53 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using Bus line 85, Bus line 286.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

    The alternative route takes 40 minutes, using Bus line 85.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy?

    The 85 bus line goes from Vandenburg Ave & Lark St station near Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Van Rensselaer Manor To North Troy Via 5th Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Van Rensselaer Manor To North Troy Via 5th Ave station near Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy.

  • How long does it take to travel from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy by bus?

    The total travel time between Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy by bus is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to get to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy?

    Get on the 85 bus from the Vandenburg Ave & Lark St stop near Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave in Troy.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy?

    Get off the bus at the Van Rensselaer Manor To North Troy Via 5th Ave stop, which is closest to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy.

  • How much is the bus fare from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

    The ride from Sherman Ave & Sterling Ave to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute costs $3.00.