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Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on August 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:40pm	Poughkeepsie Station	10h 14m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 54m	4:04pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 54m	4:04pm	Union Station	No tags
	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 23m	5:33pm	Union Station	No tags
	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 23m	5:33pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:05pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d 1h	3:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 38m	5:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:05pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d 1h	3:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on August 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:40pm	Poughkeepsie Station	10h 14m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 54m	4:04pm	Union Station	Fastest
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 54m	4:04pm	Union Station	No tags
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:05pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d 1h	3:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	9:15am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 2m	3:17pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:05pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d 1h	3:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on August 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:41pm	Poughkeepsie Station	7h 19m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 54m	4:04pm	Union Station	Fastest
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 54m	4:04pm	Union Station	No tags
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:05pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d 1h	3:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	9:15am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 2m	3:17pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:05pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d 1h	3:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on August 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:40pm	Poughkeepsie Station	9h 49m	6:29am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 54m	4:04pm	Union Station	Fastest
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:10am	Poughkeepsie Station	4h 54m	4:04pm	Union Station	No tags
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 14m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	2:25pm	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 38m	8:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	9:15am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 2m	3:17pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	2:25pm	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 38m	8:03pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on August 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:56pm	Poughkeepsie Station	7h 38m	10:34pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 40m	1:31pm	Union Station	Fastest
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 40m	1:31pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	2:10pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d	2:30pm	Union Station	No tags
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 38m	2:29pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	2:10pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d	2:30pm	Union Station	No tags
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 38m	2:29pm	Union Station	No tags
	9:15am	Poughkeepsie Station	7h 9m	4:24pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Poughkeepsie to Washington on August 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:36pm	Poughkeepsie Station	11h 18m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 40m	1:31pm	Union Station	Fastest
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	5h 40m	1:31pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:10pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d 1h	3:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 38m	2:29pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	1:10pm	Poughkeepsie Station	1d 1h	3:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	7:51am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 38m	2:29pm	Union Station	No tags
	9:15am	Poughkeepsie Station	6h 20m	3:35pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:39 PM EDT.

Get from Poughkeepsie to Washington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 6 hours 38 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

6h 38mAverage Duration

407 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,460 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6460 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CHF 42

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 CHF 42. The average price for this train route is around CHF 152. 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 38m and covers 407 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Poughkeepsie to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 15 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

08-23

CHF 160

08-24

CHF 66

Today

CHF 74

08-26

CHF 74

08-27

CHF 107

08-28

CHF 79

08-29

CHF 56

08-30

CHF 97

The cheapest trip from Poughkeepsie to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Aug 29, 2026 with a price of CHF 56

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 CHF 56 to CHF 613 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 CHF 56 which is on 2026-08-29.