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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 | 30th Street Station | Cheapest | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Schenectady Station | 30th Street Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Schenectady Station | North Philadelphia Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Schenectady Station | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Schenectady Station | North Philadelphia Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Schenectady to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just R 782, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5819 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 021
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Philadelphia start from R 1 021. The average price for this train route is around R 3 125. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Schenectady to Philadelphia is 6h 31m, covering a distance of 335 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Schenectady to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Schenectady to Philadelphia departs at 09:21. And the latest train departs at 18:38.
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 Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 07 Jun 2026 with a price of R 1 085To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 085 to R 11 607 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 051, which is on 2026-06-11.
