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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Schenectady Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Schenectady Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Schenectady Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Schenectady Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Schenectady Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Schenectady
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5759 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 246
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Schenectady by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Albany to Schenectady?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Schenectady start from R 246. The average price for this train route is around R 246. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Schenectady?
The average train journey time from Albany to Schenectady is 24m, covering a distance of 26 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Schenectady route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Schenectady?
The earliest train from Albany to Schenectady departs at 10:10. And the latest train departs at 19:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Schenectady was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of R 213To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Schenectady as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 213 to R 8 316 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 213, which is on 2026-02-13.
