- Must visit
Munson Museum of Art
Regional art museum with American art, rotating exhibitions, and the popular Fountain Elms historic mansion nearby.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam, NY to Utica, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$26 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam, NY to Utica, NY:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam, NY to Utica, NY costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Utica, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (57m by train vs 59m by car). Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Amsterdam, NY to Utica, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:59, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 7:59 AM |
Last train 4:52 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Regional art museum with American art, rotating exhibitions, and the popular Fountain Elms historic mansion nearby.
Historic mansion on the Munson campus with period interiors and decorative arts. A strong choice for Gilded Age architecture fans.
Children's museum with hands-on exhibits focused on play, learning, and family visits in downtown Utica.
Large urban park with a zoo, trails, monuments, and green space. A favorite for walks, family outings, and seasonal events.
Downtown arts campus and public space around Munson, useful for a walk between galleries, architecture, and performances.
Trail and greenway along the Mohawk River and canal corridor, popular for walking, biking, and scenic urban views.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam, NY to Utica, 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 Utica, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam, NY to Utica, NY trains use the Amsterdam Station to Utica Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam, NY and Utica, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Amsterdam Station is 3 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Station.
Utica Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Tailor and the Cook, Ocean Blue Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Utica Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Utica Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Utica Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Utica Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utica Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica, Fairfield Inn & Suites Utica, Hotel Utica.
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