How much is the train ticket from Poughkeepsie to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Poughkeepsie to Washington start at $72. The average price for this train route is around $220. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Poughkeepsie to Washington?

The average train trip from Poughkeepsie to Washington takes 6h 18m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Poughkeepsie to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Poughkeepsie to Washington?

The earliest train from Poughkeepsie to Washington departs at 7:51am. The latest train departs at 8:40pm.

Train Poughkeepsie to Washington from $76 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:40pm	Poughkeepsie Station	10h 14m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	2:10pm	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 46m	7:56pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	2:10pm	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 46m	7:56pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	2:10pm	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 51m	8:01pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	2:10pm	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 51m	8:01pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:40pm	Poughkeepsie Station	10h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 48m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	9:15am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 49m	3:04pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 48m	3:58pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	9:15am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 49m	3:04pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:40pm	Poughkeepsie Station	10h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 48m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 9m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 9m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:40pm	Poughkeepsie Station	10h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 48m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 9m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 9m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:40pm	Poughkeepsie Station	10h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 48m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 9m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 9m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:42 PM EST.

Get from Poughkeepsie to Washington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 6 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

6h 18mAverage Duration

407 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $72

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Poughkeepsie to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Poughkeepsie to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Poughkeepsie to Washington start at $72. The average price for this train route is around $220. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Poughkeepsie to Washington?
The average train trip from Poughkeepsie to Washington takes 6h 18m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Poughkeepsie to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Poughkeepsie to Washington?
The earliest train from Poughkeepsie to Washington departs at 7:51am. The latest train departs at 8:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-24

$271

01-25

$128

Today

$76

01-27

$76

01-28

$90

01-29

$76

01-30

$160

01-31

No data

The cheapest trip from Poughkeepsie to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $76

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Poughkeepsie to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $76 to $949 for a train ticket from Poughkeepsie to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2026-01-27.