What is the cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie?

The fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct train between Brooklyn and Poughkeepsie?

No, there is no direct train from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie. However, there are services departing from Church Av and arriving at Poughkeepsie via 125th Street - Harlem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie?

The distance between Brooklyn and Poughkeepsie is 83 miles. The road distance is 81.5 miles.

How do I travel from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie without a car?

The best way to get from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie without a car is to line 5 subway and train which takes 2h 49m and costs $19 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie train from?

Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie train services, operated by MTA, depart from Church Av station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie train arrive?

Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 125th Street station.

Can I drive from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie?

Yes, the driving distance between Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie is 81 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie.

Where can I stay near Poughkeepsie?

There are 101+ hotels available in Poughkeepsie.

Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie - 3 ways to travel via train, line 5 subway, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie by subway, train, or car

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Line 5 subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Church Av to 125th Street5
2. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to PoughkeepsieHudson
2h 49m
$20–29
Drive 81 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie81 mi
2h 7m
$15–22
Line 2 subway, train
1. Take the subway from Church Av to 34 St-Penn Station2
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
3h
$33–78

Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie by subway and train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.6 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Brooklyn, Kings County, NY, USA and Poughkeepsie, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie. However, you can take the line 5 subway to 125th Street, walk to 125th Street - Harlem, then take the train to Poughkeepsie. Alternatively, you can drive from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsie in around 2h 7m.

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