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 2h 58m.

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 2h 58m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Poughkeepsie and Riverhead?

No, there is no direct train from Poughkeepsie station to Riverhead. However, there are services departing from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station and arriving at Riverhead via New York Penn Station and Ronkonkoma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead?

The distance between Poughkeepsie and Riverhead is 149 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 which takes 4h 53m and costs $45 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m 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 Amtrak, depart from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station.

Where does the Poughkeepsie to Riverhead train arrive?

Poughkeepsie to Riverhead train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Poughkeepsie to Riverhead is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead.

Where can I stay near Riverhead?

There are 138+ hotels available in Riverhead.

Poughkeepsie to Riverhead - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead by train (Amtrak), car, train, 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 Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Ronkonkoma
3. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to Riverhead
4h 53m
$49–115
Drive 136.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poughkeepsie to Riverhead136.5 mi
2h 58m
$25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie to New York Penn Station
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Brentwood
3. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to Riverhead LIRR58
5h 37m
$32–108
Train, bus via Queens
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie to Grand Central Terminal
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Brentwood
3. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to Riverhead LIRR58
5h 59m
$31–56

Poughkeepsie to Riverhead by train

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Riverhead via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Ronkonkoma in around 4h 53m.

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