Trains tickets from Boston (MA), US to Schenectady

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TodayMay 2
from $50
TomorrowMay 3
from $39
SunMay 4
from $50
MonMay 5
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TueMay 6
WedMay 7
ThuMay 8
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FriMay 9

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Back Bay Station
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station
    Arrival time: May 3 at
    Destination city: Schenectady
    Destination location: Schenectady Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Schenectady.

Average Price$27 - $97Average Duration4h 5m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$26 - $424Average Duration9h 54m
22kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Schenectady

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
4h 5mAverage Duration
$27Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston to Schenectady: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$171
Average train trip duration9h 54m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure6:30am
Distance151 miles (242 km)
Latest train departure7:01pm

Boston to Schenectady Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/30
$138
05/01
$68
Today
$50
05/03
$39
05/04
$50
05/05
$50
05/06
No data
05/07
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston to Schenectady was searched and found on May 3, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $727 for a train ticket from Boston to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-05-03.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Boston to Schenectady is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Schenectady you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Boston and Schenectady compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Boston to Schenectady while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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Train from Schenectady to Boston

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