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

The cheapest way to get from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct train between Hempstead and Poughkeepsie?

No, there is no direct train from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie. However, there are services departing from Hempstead and arriving at Poughkeepsie via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie?

The distance between Hempstead and Poughkeepsie is 95 miles. The road distance is 85.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $25 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hempstead to Poughkeepsie train from?

Hempstead to Poughkeepsie train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Hempstead station.

Where does the Hempstead to Poughkeepsie train arrive?

Hempstead to Poughkeepsie train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie?

Yes, the driving distance between Hempstead to Poughkeepsie is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie.

Where can I stay near Poughkeepsie?

There are 88+ hotels available in Poughkeepsie.

Hempstead to Poughkeepsie - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie by train, car, or bus

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 Hempstead to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hempstead Branch
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Poughkeepsietrain Hudson
3h 11m
$25–41
Drive 84.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hempstead to Poughkeepsiecar 84.7 mi
1h 57m
$16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terrace Av / Fulton to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
4h 13m
$26–51

Hempstead to Poughkeepsie by train

170Weekly Trains

3h 11mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Hempstead to Poughkeepsie via Grand Central Terminal in around 3h 11m.

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