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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Union Station | Schenectady Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Union Station | Schenectady Station | Fastest | |||||
| Union Station | Schenectady Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Schenectady
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Schenectady. The journey takes about 3 days, 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $228, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5652 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $494
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Schenectady by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Schenectady?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Schenectady start from $494. The average price for this train route is around $1,963. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Schenectady?
The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to Schenectady is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2438 miles (3932 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 17h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Schenectady route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Schenectady?
The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Schenectady at 5:19pm. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Schenectady was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $488To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Schenectady, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $488 to $3,796 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Schenectady based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $509 which is on 2025-12-21.
