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Schenectady County Historical Society Museum and Library
Local history museum in a former bank building, with exhibits on Schenectady’s colonial past, industry and community life.
Cheapest price on 25 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 25 Sept
£79
Fastest journey on 25 Sept
3 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 25 Sept
3 h 22 m
Trains on 25 Sept
6
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Schenectady, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Schenectady, NY will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
On Fri 25 Sept, we found 6 trains from New York, NY to Schenectady, NY, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
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49The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Schenectady, NY trains for today, Thursday 24 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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281 | 10:20 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h19 | 13:39 Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
283 | 13:20 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h14 | 16:34 Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
291 | 14:19 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h09 | 17:28 Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
49 | 15:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h47 | 19:27 Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 25 September | |||||
63 | 7:15 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h19 | 10:34 Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
69 | 8:15 Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h51 | 12:06 Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from New York, NY to Schenectady, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 22:45 |
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Discover the best of Schenectady, NY — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schenectady, NY trip today.
Local history museum in a former bank building, with exhibits on Schenectady’s colonial past, industry and community life.
Small volunteer-run aviation museum at Schenectady County Airport with aircraft, artefacts and local flying history.
Working firehouse museum displaying vintage engines, equipment and stories from Schenectady’s firefighting heritage.
Popular riverside park with trails, wetlands, wildlife viewing and one of the region’s best everyday walks.
Historic neighbourhood with restored homes, small parks and one of the city’s most atmospheric walking areas.
Revived downtown street known for theatres, shops and historic architecture, ideal for an evening stroll.
A regional hot dog topped with meat sauce, mustard and chopped onions. It is a Capital Region staple closely linked with nearby Troy and Schenectady diners.
Thinly sliced roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with coarse salt and caraway. Popular across upstate New York and a familiar pub sandwich in the region.
Hand-stretched mozzarella topped with tomato sauce and baked in a coal or deck oven. New York-style pizza is a long-standing local comfort food.
Long-running local favourite for New York-style pizza, Italian-American staples and a relaxed family atmosphere.
Refined American dining inside Proctors, known for steaks, seafood and cocktails in an elegant pre-theatre setting.
Casual downtown brewpub serving house beers with pub fare, burgers and comfort food in a lively setting.
Moderate for US city breaks. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than New York City, while local buses are low cost and many central sights are easy to reach.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up or add 10-15% for taxis. In cafés, small change or about $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, 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 New York, NY to Schenectady, NY trains use the Penn Station to Schenectady Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Schenectady, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Blue Bottle Coffee, Magnolia Bakery, Starbucks, The Pennsy Food Hall, Nick + Stef's Steakhouse, Penn & Sushi, Krispy Kreme Donuts, T.G.I. Friday's, NY Pizza Suprema, Blarney Stone, & many more
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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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