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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 | Staples Mill Road | Schenectady Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Schenectady Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Schenectady Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Schenectady Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Schenectady Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Schenectady
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 17 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5754 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 €88
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Schenectady by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Schenectady?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Schenectady start from €88. The average price for this train route is around €175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Schenectady?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Schenectady is 12h 42m, covering a distance of 652 km. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Schenectady route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Schenectady?
The earliest train from Richmond to Schenectady departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 14:11.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Schenectady was searched and found on 3 Feb 2026 with a price of €145To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Schenectady as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €145 to €504 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €145, which is on 2026-02-05.
