How much is the train ticket from Washington to Schenectady?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Schenectady start from R 1 223. The average price for this train route is around R 4 882. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Schenectady?

The average train journey time from Washington to Schenectady is 8h 52m, covering a distance of 507 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Schenectady route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Washington to Schenectady departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Washington to Schenectady from R 1 264 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Schenectady on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	14h 6m	12:06	Schenectady Station	Cheapest
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 34m	10:34	Schenectady Station	Fastest
Train	17:15	Union Station	17h 19m	10:34	Schenectady Station	No tags
Train	17:15	Union Station	17h 19m	10:34	Schenectady Station	No tags
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 34m	10:34	Schenectady Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Schenectady on 29 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	22:00	Union Station	14h 6m	12:06	Schenectady Station	Cheapest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	7h 15m	17:28	Schenectady Station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 34m	13:39	Schenectady Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:00	Union Station	7h 39m	13:39	Schenectady Station	No tags
	Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 34m	13:39	Schenectady Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Schenectady on 30 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 34m	10:34	Schenectady Station	Cheapest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	7h 15m	17:28	Schenectady Station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 34m	13:39	Schenectady Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:00	Union Station	7h 39m	13:39	Schenectady Station	No tags
	Train	05:05	Union Station	8h 34m	13:39	Schenectady Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Schenectady on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 34m	10:34	Schenectady Station	Cheapest
Train	10:20	Union Station	7h 8m	17:28	Schenectady Station	Fastest
Train	06:20	Union Station	7h 19m	13:39	Schenectady Station	No tags
Train	06:20	Union Station	7h 19m	13:39	Schenectady Station	No tags
Train	08:22	Union Station	8h 12m	16:34	Schenectady Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:25 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Schenectady

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 14 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 079, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

14h 55mAverage duration

495 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 079 - R 4 955	Average duration14h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 223 - R 13 720	Average duration8h 52m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5684 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 1 223

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Schenectady?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Schenectady start from R 1 223. The average price for this train route is around R 4 882. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Schenectady?
The average train journey time from Washington to Schenectady is 8h 52m, covering a distance of 507 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Schenectady route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Schenectady?
The earliest train from Washington to Schenectady departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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26/12

R 4 031

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R 3 894

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R 3 894

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R 3 894

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R 2 955

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Schenectady was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 955

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 955 to R 12 245 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 955, which is on 2025-12-30.