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

The cheapest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead is to drive which takes 3h and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Poughkeepsie and Riverhead?

No, there is no direct train from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead. However, there are services departing from Poughkeepsie and arriving at Riverhead via Grand Central Terminal and Ronkonkoma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead?

The distance between Poughkeepsie and Riverhead is 154 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 21m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poughkeepsie to Riverhead train from?

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

Where does the Poughkeepsie to Riverhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Poughkeepsie to Riverhead is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead.

Where can I stay near Riverhead?

There are 158+ hotels available in Riverhead.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to Riverhead LIRRbus 58
5h 21m
$38–77
Drive 136.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poughkeepsie to Riverheadcar 136.5 mi
3h
$25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Ronkonkomatrain Ronkonkoma Branch
5h 43m
$37–72

Poughkeepsie to Riverhead by train and bus

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5h 21mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.1 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead via Grand Central Terminal and Ronkonkoma in around 5h 43m.

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