Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Penn Station | Poughkeepsie Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Poughkeepsie Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Poughkeepsie Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Poughkeepsie Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Train | Penn Station | Poughkeepsie Station | No tags |
Get from Newark to Poughkeepsie
The journey takes about 3 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 594, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Poughkeepsie 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 Newark to Poughkeepsie?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Poughkeepsie start from R 594. The average price for this train route is around R 1 435. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Poughkeepsie?
The average train journey time from Newark to Poughkeepsie is 3h 3m, covering a distance of 115 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Poughkeepsie route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Poughkeepsie?
The earliest train from Newark to Poughkeepsie departs at 04:48. And the latest train departs at 20:03.
Which is the best train operator from Newark to Poughkeepsie?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Poughkeepsie?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Newark to Poughkeepsie?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Poughkeepsie?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Poughkeepsie was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 554To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Poughkeepsie as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 554 to R 6 258 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Poughkeepsie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 554, which is on 2025-12-12.
