The average train between Buffalo and Schenectady takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Buffalo to Schenectady. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Buffalo and Schenectady. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Buffalo is at 12:25 PM which arrives into Schenectady at 5:39 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Buffalo station and arriving at Schenectady station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 5h 7m.
Buffalo to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo station.
Buffalo to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Schenectady station.
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The distance between Buffalo and Schenectady is 402.6 km. The road distance is 450 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo to Schenectady 3 times a day. Tickets cost $75–180 and the journey takes 5h 3m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily.
