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Schenectady County Historical Society Museum
Local history museum in the Stockade with exhibits on Schenectady's colonial, industrial, and community past.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$37
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$37
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 22 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 trains from Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY costing on average $42 (€34).
Other travel options to Schenectady, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 39m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-13.41 (€-10.96). The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:59 AM Utica, NY | 1h22 | 1:21 PM Schenectady, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:59, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 7:59 AM |
Last train 7:33 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utica, NY to 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, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Utica, NY to Schenectady, NY trains use the Utica Station to Schenectady Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Utica, NY and Schenectady, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Schenectady Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Schenectady Station.
Ticket office support is available at Schenectady Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schenectady Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schenectady Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schenectady Station.
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