How much is the train ticket from Poughkeepsie to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Poughkeepsie to New York City start from R 487. The average price for this train route is around R 558. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Poughkeepsie to New York City?

The average train journey time from Poughkeepsie to New York City is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 107 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Poughkeepsie to New York City route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Poughkeepsie to New York City?

The earliest train from Poughkeepsie to New York City departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 20:40.

Train Poughkeepsie to New York City from R 450 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Poughkeepsie to New York City on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	22:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	12:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	13:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	12:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	13:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	13:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	14:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	15:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Poughkeepsie to New York City on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	22:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Poughkeepsie to New York City on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	14:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Poughkeepsie to New York City on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	22:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Poughkeepsie to New York City on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:30	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	19:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Poughkeepsie to New York City on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:30	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	19:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	12:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	13:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Poughkeepsie to New York City on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	22:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	07:51	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	09:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	09:15	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 30m	10:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	1h 35m	12:45	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Get from Poughkeepsie to New York City

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 487, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

1h 35mAverage duration

107 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and lack of air conditioning. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews.

Amtrak Poughkeepsie New York City recent customer reviews

Train was delayed over an hour. I paid an Amtrak premium because I thought it would be reliable. Missed my in person meeting.

Richard M.

22 July 2023

Train car was clean, modern and comfortable

Marlyn A.

29 April 2024

There was no ac and it was hot the entire trip

Genevieve K.

29 May 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Poughkeepsie to New York City by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Poughkeepsie to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Poughkeepsie to New York City start from R 487. The average price for this train route is around R 558. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Poughkeepsie to New York City?
The average train journey time from Poughkeepsie to New York City is 1h 35m, covering a distance of 107 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Poughkeepsie to New York City route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Poughkeepsie to New York City?
The earliest train from Poughkeepsie to New York City departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 20:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 450

10/12

R 450

Today

R 675

12/12

R 899

13/12

R 519

14/12

R 675

15/12

R 588

16/12

R 588

The cheapest trip from Poughkeepsie to New York City was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 450

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

You can expect to pay from R 450 to R 1 504 for a train ticket from Poughkeepsie to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 519, which is on 2025-12-13.