How much is the train ticket from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Philadelphia start from R 1 042. The average price for this train route is around R 3 404. 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 15m, 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.

Train Schenectady to Philadelphia from R 1 937 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Schenectady to Philadelphia on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:38	Schenectady Station	6h 13m	00:51	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	5h 52m	19:50	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	5h 54m	19:52	North Philadelphia Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	14:21	Schenectady Station	7h 6m	21:27	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	5h 52m	19:50	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Philadelphia on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:38	Schenectady Station	7h 7m	01:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:17	Schenectady Station	5h 54m	18:11	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	12:17	Schenectady Station	5h 54m	18:11	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	12:17	Schenectady Station	6h 19m	18:36	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	6h 25m	20:23	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Schenectady to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 816, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

9h 50mAverage duration

333 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 816 - R 3 444	Average duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 042 - R 13 840	Average duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 1 042

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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 1 042. The average price for this train route is around R 3 404. 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 15m, 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.

Best price found

09/12

R 2 180

10/12

R 2 058

Today

R 2 785

12/12

R 3 321

13/12

R 1 937

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The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 937

To 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 1 937 to R 11 847 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 1 937, which is on 2025-12-13.