Train from Pittsburgh to Schenectady: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Schenectady on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Schenectady StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Schenectady StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:24 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh 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 18 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 898, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
18h 50mAverage duration
568 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 898 - R 3 620Average duration18h 50m
14kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 161 - R 3 515Average duration14h 16m
52kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Schenectady?

    The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Schenectady start from R 2 161. The average price for this train route is around R 2 303. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Schenectady?

    The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Schenectady is 14h 16m, covering a distance of 568 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Schenectady route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Schenectady?

    The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Schenectady departs at 23:59. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
14/12
No data
15/12
R 2 429
Today
R 3 376
17/12
R 2 791
18/12
No data
19/12
R 4 289
20/12
R 3 755
21/12
R 4 289
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Schenectady was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 429

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 429 to R 20 601 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 791, which is on 2025-12-17.

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