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

The cheapest way to get from Elmira to Poughkeepsie is to drive which costs $35 - $50 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elmira to Poughkeepsie is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Elmira and Poughkeepsie?

No, there is no direct bus from Elmira to Poughkeepsie. However, there are services departing from Elmira and arriving at Poughkeepsie Main & Market via 8 Av/W 31 St, New York and Rosendale Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Elmira to Poughkeepsie?

The distance between Elmira and Poughkeepsie is 337 miles. The road distance is 191.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elmira to Poughkeepsie without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 10m and costs $65 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Elmira to Poughkeepsie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmira to Poughkeepsie bus from?

Elmira to Poughkeepsie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Elmira station.

Where does the Elmira to Poughkeepsie bus arrive?

Elmira to Poughkeepsie bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

Can I drive from Elmira to Poughkeepsie?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmira to Poughkeepsie is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Elmira to Poughkeepsie.

Where can I stay near Poughkeepsie?

There are 117+ hotels available in Poughkeepsie.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Elmira to Poughkeepsie by bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Elmira to New York MidtownFlixBus 2686
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak StationEmpire Service / ...
7h 10m
$65–146
Drive 190.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elmira to Poughkeepsie190.6 mi
3h 49m
$35–51
Bus, train via Syracuse
1. Take the bus from E Water Street Park & Ride to Tompkins County Library30
2. Take the bus from Ithaca to Syracuse Bus Station
3. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
4. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station
8h 44m
Bus, train via Manhattan
1. Take the bus from Elmira, NY to New York, NYOurBus
2. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to PoughkeepsieHudson
8h 22m
$39–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elmira to New York MidtownFlixBus 2686
2. Take the bus from New York to RosendaleAdt 104 / ...
9h 46m
$59–143

Elmira to Poughkeepsie by bus and train

5Weekly Services

7h 10mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334.8 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Elmira, NY, USA and Poughkeepsie, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Elmira to Poughkeepsie Main & Market via New York Midtown, 8 Av/W 31 St, 8 Av/W 41 St, New York, and Rosendale Park & Ride in around 9h 46m.

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