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Routes	31
Trips per day	106
train lines	5
Stations	1

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What train companies travel to Schenectady, New York?

Located in New York, Schenectady is accessible by train from 31 other cities. You can choose from 106 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Schenectady on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Schenectady are also available.

Train companies serving Schenectady

Train	Routes	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Lake Shore Limited	22	4h 6m	$35.47
Amtrak Empire Service	15	2h 48m	$36.05
Amtrak Maple Leaf	15	2h 58m	$34.59
Amtrak	10	8h 7m	$93.50
Amtrak Ethan Allen Express	10	2h 27m	$36.85

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good price for a train ticket to Schenectady?

$9.00 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Schenectady, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Schenectady. In the last month, trains from Pittsfield to Schenectady had the lowest average price at $9.00. In general, these cities tend to have the cheapest trains to Schenectady:

Where is the train station in Schenectady, NY?

The main train station in Schenectady is Schenectady, New York. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Schenectady.

Which train service has the best service to Schenectady?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Schenectady by train with Amtrak Ethan Allen Express giving them a 5 rating out of 5. Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Maple Leaf had the most comfortable train service to Schenectady taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Maple Leaf offers. They rate Amtrak Maple Leaf a 5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard. If you are looking to arrive to Schenectady punctually travelers suggest that Amtrak Ethan Allen Express has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Schenectady, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.

Is Schenectady a popular train travel destination?

Schenectady ranks number 32 among most popular train destinations in the region. It also ranks number 250 in United States. Schenectady ranks number 6 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Schenectady via train service. On average 89 direct daily train trips serve Schenectady.

What is the population of Schenectady?

The population of Schenectady is 65305. Schenectady ranks number 22 in terms of population in New York and number 307 in all of United States.

How much do train tickets to Schenectady cost?

Train tickets to Schenectady range from $9 for a short trip to Schenectady, while a 60 to 200 mile train trip to Schenectady starts at , and a longer trip by train to Schenectady can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $9 .

What type of traveler does Schenectady attract?

People who take the train to Schenectady are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Schenectady easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.

What train station is located closest to the city center of Schenectady?

The closest train station to the city center of Schenectady is Schenectady, New York, located just 0.2 miles away. Select Schenectady, New York as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Schenectady. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

Which cities have the most trains to Schenectady?

Departure	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
New York	6h 48m	$94.12
Rensselaer	6h 31m	$39.68
Jackson	21h 38m	$112.71
Vancouver	3d 9h 52m	$300.29
Richmond	3d 9h 25m	$300.29

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