The average train between Albany and Schenectady takes 22 min and the fastest train takes 21 min. The train service runs several times per day from Albany 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 every 4 hours between Albany and Schenectady. The earliest departure is at 10:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Albany is at 7:05 PM which arrives into Schenectady at 7:27 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 22 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Albany station and arriving at Schenectady station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 22 min.
Albany to Schenectady train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.
Albany to Schenectady train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Schenectady station.
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The distance between Albany and Schenectady is 23.4 km. The road distance is 29 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $5–12 and the journey takes 21 min. VIA Rail also services this route once daily.