What is the cheapest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) is to line 905 bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Albany - Rensselaer and Schenectady (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Albany Bus Terminal and arriving at Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Albany - Rensselaer and Schenectady (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station and arriving at Schenectady. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)?

The distance between Albany - Rensselaer and Schenectady (Station) is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.1 miles.

How do I travel from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)?

The train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Schenectady takes 21 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) bus from?

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), depart from Albany Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) train from?

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)?

The best way to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) is to train which takes 21 min and costs $10 - $75. Alternatively, you can line 905 bus, which costs $2 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) bus arrive?

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) bus services, operated by Capital District Transportation (CDTA), arrive at Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway.

Where does the Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) train arrive?

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) is 20 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)?

Book your Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Schenectady (Station)?

There are 147+ hotels available in Schenectady (Station).

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)

There are 4 ways to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Schenectadytrain Adirondack / ...
21 min
$10–75
Line 905 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadwaybus 905
1h 25m
$2
Drive 20 mi
1. Drive from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)car 20 mi
26 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station)taxi 20 mi
26 min
$60–80

Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station) by train

56Weekly Trains

21 minAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Albany - Rensselaer to Schenectady (Station).

Launch map view

Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Albany - Rensselaer, NY, USA and Schenectady (Station), NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $5–11 and the journey takes 21 min. VIA Rail also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Capital District Transportation (CDTA) operates a bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 55 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.