How much is the train ticket from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Philadelphia start from R 1 037. The average price for this train route is around R 3 389. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Schenectady to Philadelphia is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 335 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Schenectady to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 14 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Schenectady to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Schenectady to Philadelphia departs at 09:21. And the latest train departs at 18:38.

Train Schenectady to Philadelphia from R 1 928 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Schenectady to Philadelphia on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	17:39	Schenectady Station	1d 4h	22:27	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	4h 51m	14:12	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	5h 54m	19:52	North Philadelphia Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	4h 51m	14:12	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	6h 3m	15:24	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Schenectady to Philadelphia on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	5h 52m	19:50	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	4h 51m	14:12	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	5h 54m	19:52	North Philadelphia Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:21	Schenectady Station	4h 51m	14:12	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	13:58	Schenectady Station	5h 54m	19:52	North Philadelphia Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Schenectady to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 812, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

9h 50mAverage duration

333 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 812 - R 3 429	Average duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 037 - R 13 776	Average duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 037

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA 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 Schenectady to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Schenectady to Philadelphia start from R 1 037. The average price for this train route is around R 3 389. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Schenectady to Philadelphia is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 335 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Schenectady to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Schenectady to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Schenectady to Philadelphia departs at 09:21. And the latest train departs at 18:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/12

R 2 445

14/12

R 1 326

Today

R 1 928

16/12

R 2 462

17/12

R 2 462

18/12

No data

19/12

R 2 927

20/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 326

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 326 to R 12 343 for a train ticket from Schenectady to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 462, which is on 2025-12-16.