What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie?

The fastest way to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst College and Poughkeepsie?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie station. However, there are services departing from Amherst College and arriving at Metro North Station via Academy of Music, Springfield Union Station and TransCenter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie?

The distance between Amherst College and Poughkeepsie is 191 miles. The road distance is 111.2 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $95 - $420.

How long does it take to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst College to Poughkeepsie bus from?

Amherst College to Poughkeepsie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Springfield Union Station.

Train or bus from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie?

The best way to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs $95 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $50 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Amherst College to Poughkeepsie bus arrive?

Amherst College to Poughkeepsie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at White Plains Bus Station.

Can I drive from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst College to Poughkeepsie is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie.

Where can I stay near Poughkeepsie?

There are 106+ hotels available in Poughkeepsie.

Amherst College to Poughkeepsie - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie by train (Amtrak), bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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 Springfield to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
5h 20m
$95–417
Drive 110.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Amherst College to Poughkeepsiecar 110.5 mi
2h 58m
$21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Pittsfieldbus Greyhound US0270s
2. Take the train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Berkshire Flyer
7h 7m
$65–251
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to White Plains Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0240
2. Take the bus from TransCenter to Metro North Stationbus Wpp
8h 33m
$27–50
Train via Pittsfield (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Springfield to Pittsfield Amtrak Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Berkshire Flyer
7h 13m
$70–404

Amherst College to Poughkeepsie by foot, bus, and train

1Weekly Services

7h 7mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie.

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Distance: 189.8 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Amherst College, MA, USA and Poughkeepsie, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Amherst College to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station via Springfield and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Amherst College to Metro North Station via Amherst College, Academy of Music, Union Station Bay 10, Springfield Union Station, White Plains Bus Station, and TransCenter in around 8h 33m.

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