The cheapest and fastest trains from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
Of the 3 trains that leave Schenectady, NY for Niagara Falls, NY on Mon, Mar 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 418 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 54 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $133. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $133, and a bus costs an average of $130.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$133 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price |
6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:34 AM Schenectady, NY | 6h08 | 4:42 PM Niagara Falls, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:39 PM Schenectady, NY | 5h56 | 7:35 PM Niagara Falls, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:34 PM Schenectady, NY | 5h54 | 10:28 PM Niagara Falls, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY
Trains from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 (€108) but you can travel from only $130 (€105) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:42, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 259 miles (418 km) distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 (€108) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 03:42 |
Last train 16:34 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Schenectady, NY and Niagara Falls, NY from $130 (€105). 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 Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Schenectady, NY to Niagara Falls, NY
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with several parking spaces for short and long-term use.
- Rainforest Cafe
- Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls USA
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Sheraton Niagara Falls
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls New York
- Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) buses available
- Taxi services available
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