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Schenectady to Niagara Falls Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Schenectady to Niagara Falls?
There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from Schenectady to Niagara Falls.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$54.47 | Avg. Price$85.00 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration10h 0m | Duration6h 19m |
Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Schenectady to Niagara Falls per day. The average train journey from Schenectady to Niagara Falls takes 6 hours and 19 minutes, but some Amtrak Maple Leaf train trips are as short as 6 hours and 17 minutes.
| Distance | 261 mi (420 km) |
| Fastest train | 6h 17m |
| Lowest price | $54.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Maple Leaf |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Schenectady to Niagara Falls?
Amtrak Maple Leaf is the one and only train line which connects Schenectady to Niagara Falls. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Maple Leaf | 1 | 6h 19m | $79.50 |
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 Schenectady to Niagara Falls takes about 6 hours and 19 minutes on this line, and the average ticket price is .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Schenectady to Niagara Falls
The distance between Schenectady and Niagara Falls is approximately 261 miles, or 420 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 19 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 17 minutes.
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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Schenectady to Niagara Falls on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Schenectady at 10:00am and arrives in Niagara Falls around 6 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Niagara Falls with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Niagara Falls to Schenectady.
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 Schenectady?
Main departure station: 332 Erie Boulevard
There is one train station in Schenectady.
All train stations in Schenectady:
332 Erie Boulevard
Where is the train station in Niagara Falls?
Main arrival station: Niagara Falls Train Station
Niagara Falls receives travelers from Schenectady at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Niagara Falls:
Niagara Falls Train Station
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