Cheap train tickets from Saratoga Springs to Stamford

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Saratoga Springs to Stamford. Travelling by train from Saratoga Springs to Stamford usually takes 12 hours and 44 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 7 hours.

Distance: 141 mi (227 km)
Fastest train: 7h
Lowest price: £49.66
Trains per day: 2
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Saratoga Springs to Stamford Train Timetable

There are several train options that can take you from Saratoga Springs to Stamford:

Amtrak tickets: £50 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from Saratoga Springs to Stamford?

In the last month, train tickets from Saratoga Springs to Stamford cost about £56 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 24 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £99.69 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Saratoga Springs to Stamford by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Saratoga Springs to Stamford will cost between £56 and £92. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Saratoga Springs to Stamford by month

Ticket prices for the train from Saratoga Springs to Stamford often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in September when the average ticket price is only £76. If you're thinking of travelling from Saratoga Springs to Stamford during May, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £101 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in May, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Saratoga Springs to Stamford on Wanderu at least 24 days ahead of time, you can save about £99.69 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Saratoga Springs to Stamford?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Saratoga Springs to Stamford. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	12h 44m	£103.95

Amtrak is the largest passenger railway 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 toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Saratoga Springs to Stamford every day, as well as 2 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from £49.66.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Saratoga Springs to Stamford

Trains leave the station in Saratoga Springs twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Stamford to Saratoga Springs.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Saratoga Springs and Stamford is approximately 141 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

141

Distance (km)

227

The earliest train departs Saratoga Springs at 12:35 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:02. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

First train

12:35pm

Last train

6:02pm

Trains from Saratoga Springs to Stamford are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Friday

Least crowded

Sunday

City Information

Saratoga Springs

Saratoga Springs is a small city in New York with a big reputation for horse racing. The city is home to both the Saratoga Race Course and the National Museum of Horse Racing. Wealthy visitors built opulent Victorian homes in Saratoga to stay during the summers, gamble on horse races, and seek health from the area's natural mineral water springs. To this day, you can visit mineral baths, pools, and fountains in Saratoga Spa State Park to soak for a while or taste the unique naturally-carbonated water.

The buzzing hub of the city is Broadway, where you can find restaurants serving every type of cuisine, quirky shops, cafés, and bookstores. Talk a walk through nearby Congress Park and discover more mineral water fountains, a vintage carousel, and the Saratoga Springs History Museum.

Amtrak's Adirondack line operates a daily service to Saratoga Springs on its route from Montreal to New York City, and so does the Ethan Allen line from Vermont. Saratoga Springs is a stop for Greyhound coaches heading towards Albany or Montreal, plus many local bus services to nearby cities and towns. The closest airport is the Albany International Airport, about 40 minutes away.

Stamford

Stamford is one of the most populous cities in the state of Connecticut, and many residents commute into New York City, about 30 miles southwest. You can even see NYC from Greenwich Point Park, a scenic spot on Long Island Sound. But don't get too distracted by the Big Apple; there is plenty to enjoy in Stamford itself!

The Stamford Museum and Nature Center is a 118-acre museum that includes a working farm, an art gallery, outdoor trails, a planetarium, an otter pond, and endless activities for visitors of all ages. Visitors of legal ages will also love the many clubs, bars, and breweries in downtown Stamford. Some popular spots for drinks and dinner are Olio, Brasitas, and ZAZA Italian Gastrobar.

Stamford is a major transport hub for travellers in the region. The Stamford train station is the second-busiest in the Metro-North system, after only Grand Central Station. Commuter rails connect Stamford to New York City and New Haven, and Amtrak trains provide service to Boston, Washington, and beyond. Or, OurBus and Greyhound offer intercity coach tickets as a more affordable alternative to trains. Stamford benefits from many airports in the region, but the closest major airport is LaGuardia in Queens.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Saratoga Springs?

Main departure station: 26 Station Ln

There is one train station in Saratoga Springs.

All train stations in Saratoga Springs:

26 Station Ln

Where is the train station in Stamford?

Main arrival station: Amtrak/Metro North Station

Stamford has one train station.

Train stations in Stamford:

Amtrak/Metro North Station

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