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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Schenectady Station | Lancaster, PA | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:33 AM EST.
Get from Schenectady to Lancaster
The journey takes about 7 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 675, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5652 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 2 675
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady to Lancaster, PA, US 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 Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Lancaster start from R 2 675. The average price for this train route is around R 3 655. 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 Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Schenectady to Lancaster is 7h 36m, covering a distance of 365 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Schenectady to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Schenectady to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Schenectady to Lancaster departs at 09:21. And the latest train departs at 14:21.
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 Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 564To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Schenectady to Lancaster, PA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 564 to R 7 658 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 564, which is on 2025-12-22.
