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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Long Island is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $21 - $30.

Is there a direct train between Poughkeepsie and Long Island?

No, there is no direct train from Poughkeepsie to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Poughkeepsie and arriving at Queensboro Plaza via Grand Central-42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Poughkeepsie to Long Island?

The distance between Poughkeepsie and Long Island is 76 miles. The road distance is 81.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poughkeepsie to Long Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $21 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Poughkeepsie to Long Island, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Poughkeepsie to Long Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poughkeepsie to Long Island?

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

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 99+ hotels available in Long Island.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
1h 56m
$21–30
Drive 80.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poughkeepsie to Brooklyncar 80.8 mi
2h 7m
$15–22
Train via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
1h 56m
$24–48

Poughkeepsie to Long Island by train and subway

185Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.5 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Poughkeepsie to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $18–27 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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