Train from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Schenectady on 10 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Schenectady Station
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Schenectady Station
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Schenectady Station
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Schenectady Station
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Schenectady Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Schenectady

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 10 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
10h 15mAverage duration
334 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£40 - £90Average duration10h 15m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£51 - £242Average duration6h 41m
30kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Schenectady start from £51. The average price for this train route is around £144. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

    The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Schenectady is 6h 41m, covering a distance of 335 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Schenectady route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Schenectady?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Schenectady departs at 03:22. And the latest train departs at 19:04.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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08/06
£113
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15/06
£56
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady was searched and found on 15 Jun 2026 with a price of £56

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

You can expect to pay from £56 to £409 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2026-06-15.

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