Trains tickets from New York, NY to Schenectady, NY

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: January 20 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: January 20 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: January 20 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: January 20 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: January 20 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: January 20 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: January 20 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: January 20 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: January 20 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: January 20 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train New York to Schenectady: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket Price$84
Average train trip duration3h 19m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:15am
Distance229 km
Latest train departure3:40pm

New York to Schenectady Trains

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - Schenectady

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from New York to Schenectady cost?

    The average train ticket price from New York to Schenectady is $84. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York to Schenectady is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from New York to Schenectady?

    A train trip between New York and Schenectady is around 3h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 234 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between New York and Schenectady?

    The number of trains from New York to Schenectady can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New York to Schenectady by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from New York to Schenectady?

    When taking the train from New York to Schenectady, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01-17
$90
01-18
$136
Today
$79
01-20
$118
01-21
$79
01-22
$79
01-23
$79
01-24
$103
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from New York to Schenectady was searched and found on Jan 19, 2025 with a price of $79

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York to Schenectady, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $79 to $456 for a train ticket from New York to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-01-21.

About Train Travel

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Schenectady you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between New York and Schenectady compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from New York to Schenectady while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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