The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 7 trains that leave Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY for Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY on Wed, Dec 17, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
63 Maple Leaf
281 Empire Service
283 Empire Service
69 Adirondack
291 Ethan Allen Express
69 Adirondack
449 Lake Shore Limited
49 Lake Shore Limited
63 Maple Leaf
281 Empire ServiceTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
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€12 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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63 Maple Leaf | 3:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0h24 | 3:34 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
69 Adirondack | 4:45 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0h21 | 5:06 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
281 Empire Service | 6:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0h24 | 6:39 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
283 Empire Service | 9:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0h24 | 9:34 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
291 Ethan Allen Express | 10:04 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0h24 | 10:28 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited | 12:05 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0h22 | 12:27 AM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
49 Lake Shore Limited | 12:05 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0h22 | 12:27 AM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY
Trains from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:10, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 14:10 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY and Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main entrance with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are also accessible.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single main hall with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: CDTA routes 55, 351, 905
