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Amsterdam - Schenectady Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 4 daily trains from Amsterdam to Schenectady. Traveling by train from Amsterdam to Schenectady usually takes around one hour and 45 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Empire Service train can make the trip in 20 minutes.

Distance15 mi (25 km)
Fastest train0h 20m
Lowest price£9.51
Trains per day4
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Empire Service
Train lines3

What is the price of a train ticket from Amsterdam to Schenectady?

Over the past month, a train ticket between Amsterdam and Schenectady cost £13.60, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 28 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around £2.63 more.

Average prices by travel date

£36£24£12MarApr

The average cost of a one-way train trip from Amsterdam to Schenectady is expected to fluctuate between £13 and £36 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Schenectady in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Amsterdam is £13.

Monthly average prices

£40£32£24£16£8AMJJASONDJFM
The price of a train ticket from Amsterdam to Schenectady remains pretty stable, regardless of when you plan to travel. Tickets on this route usually cost £15 throughout the year.

Prices as travel date approaches

£20£16£12£8£43020100

Since the average price of train trips from Amsterdam to Schenectady remains pretty consistent throughout the year, there’s no need to book your tickets too far in advance. However, we still recommend you purchase your train tickets at least 48 hours ahead of departure time to avoid surprise last-minute surges and the risk of the train selling out.

Which train should you take from Amsterdam to Schenectady?

There are 3 train lines with service from Amsterdam to Schenectady. Amtrak Empire Service is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak15h 35m£26.30
Amtrak Empire Service20h 22m£11.38
Amtrak Maple Leaf10h 44m£11.43
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Amsterdam to Schenectady every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £22.

  • The Amtrak Empire Service is a rail line spanning the Empire Corridor, a rail route through New York state from New York City to Niagara Falls. Several Amtrak passenger trains service this route, providing travelers with multiple options when commuting between cities in New York State. The trains themselves feature free internet, cafe service with snacks, beverages, and meals, and comfortable seats to enjoy the gorgeous views of the Hudson River Valley and Upstate New York.

  • The Amtrak Maple Leaf is an international rail line that runs from New York City to Toronto. It stops at some popular locations on its way, including Niagara Falls and Albany. Onboard WiFi and a cafe car make travel on the Maple Leaf comfortable and convenient. A trip from Amsterdam to Schenectady takes about 0 hours and 44 minutes on this line, and the average ticket price is .

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Amsterdam and Schenectady is approximately 15 miles, or 25 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 20 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Schenectady.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Amsterdam to Schenectady on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Amsterdam at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Amsterdam to Schenectady.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Schenectady to Amsterdam.

City Information

Schenectady

Schenectady is a city in the Hudson Valley about 20 minutes outside of the New York state capital, Albany. Schenectady is a convenient and exciting place to stay if you want easy access to some of the best Upstate destinations, from Saratoga Springs and Lake George to the Adirondacks.

Dive into the area's history by wandering through The Stockade Historic District, a residential area with over 40 homes that pre-date the American Revolution. Then, to pay homage to more recent history, like Thomas Edison's establishment of General Electric in Schenectady, the Museum of Science and Innovation includes exhibits about outer space, engineering and design, inventions, and technology. And remember to stop and smell the roses at the Central Park Rose Garden!

Schenectady is well-connected to other Upstate New York destinations via Trailways buses, including Adirondack Trailways. Intercity buses also provide service to New York City in just over 3 hours. Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited, Maple Lead, Empire Service, and Ethan Allen Express stop in Schenectady with connections to Buffalo, Chicago, Washington, and more. For those who prefer to fly, Albany International Airport is the closest airport to Schenectady.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Amsterdam?

Main departure station: 466 W Main St

There is one train station in Amsterdam.

All train stations in Amsterdam:

  • 466 W Main St

Where is the train station in Schenectady?

Main arrival station: 332 Erie Boulevard

Schenectady has one train station.

Train stations in Schenectady:

  • 332 Erie Boulevard

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