Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Poughkeepsie Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Poughkeepsie Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Poughkeepsie Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Poughkeepsie Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Poughkeepsie Station | Union Station | No tags |
Get from Poughkeepsie to Washington
The journey takes about 6 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 988, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 R 988
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Poughkeepsie to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Poughkeepsie to Washington start from R 988. The average price for this train route is around R 3 798. 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 Washington?
The average train journey time from Poughkeepsie to Washington is 6h 11m, covering a distance of 407 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Poughkeepsie to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on 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 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.
The cheapest trip from Poughkeepsie to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 831To 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 R 831 to R 8 353 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 R 831, which is on 2025-12-17.
