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Bennington - Schenectady Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 4 daily train trips between Bennington and Schenectady. The average train journey from Bennington to Schenectady takes 2 hours and 56 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as one hour and 54 minutes.

Distance38 mi (61 km)
Fastest train1h 54m
Lowest price$21.00
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
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What is the price of a train ticket from Bennington to Schenectady?

The average price for a train ticket from Bennington to Schenectady is $21.00, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 27 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $3.50 more.

Monthly avg. prices

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You can find the lowest prices on this route during January. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Bennington to Schenectady, with the average price at just $23. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in August, when the average price goes up to $35. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Bennington to Schenectady?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Bennington to Schenectady. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak42h 56m$24.51
  • 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 4 Amtrak trains from Bennington to Schenectady every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $21.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Bennington to Schenectady, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.
The distance between Bennington and Schenectady is approximately 38 miles, or 61 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 56 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 54 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains departing from Bennington to Schenectady tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Bennington at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

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

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 Bennington?

Main departure station: Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal

There is one train station in Bennington.

All train stations in Bennington:

  • Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal

Where is the train station in Schenectady?

Main arrival station: 332 Erie Boulevard

Schenectady has one train station.

All train stations in Schenectady:

  • 332 Erie Boulevard

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