The average train between Chatham and Schenectady takes 5h 1m and the fastest train takes 4h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Chatham 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 3 times a day between Chatham and Schenectady. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chatham is at 2:30 PM which arrives into Schenectady at 7:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Penn Station and take an average of 5h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 11m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Chatham to Schenectady? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Schenectady station via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.
Chatham to Schenectady train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Chatham station.
Chatham to Schenectady train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Schenectady station.
The distance between Chatham and Schenectady is 233.5 km. The road distance is 265 km.
You can take a train from Chatham to Schenectady via Penn Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 5h 7m.