What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie?

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct train between Long Island and Poughkeepsie?

No, there is no direct train from Long Island to Poughkeepsie. However, there are services departing from Queensboro Plaza and arriving at Poughkeepsie via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Long Island to Poughkeepsie?

The distance between Long Island and Poughkeepsie is 76 miles. The road distance is 81.5 miles.

How do I travel from Long Island to Poughkeepsie without a car?

The best way to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $20 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Island to Poughkeepsie train from?

Long Island to Poughkeepsie train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Where does the Long Island to Poughkeepsie train arrive?

Long Island to Poughkeepsie train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Poughkeepsie station.

Can I drive from Long Island to Poughkeepsie?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island to Poughkeepsie is 81 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Long Island to Poughkeepsie.

Where can I stay near Poughkeepsie?

There are 107+ hotels available in Poughkeepsie.

Long Island to Poughkeepsie - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie by train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Poughkeepsietrain Hudson
2h 25m
$21–30
Drive 81 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Poughkeepsiecar 81 mi
2h 8m
$15–22
Train via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2h 44m
$30–78

Long Island to Poughkeepsie by subway and train

194Weekly Services

2h 25mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Long Island to Poughkeepsie.

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Distance: 75.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA and Poughkeepsie, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Poughkeepsie hourly. Tickets cost $18–27 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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