How much is the train ticket from Washington to Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Poughkeepsie start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Poughkeepsie?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Poughkeepsie is 6h 38m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Poughkeepsie route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Poughkeepsie?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Poughkeepsie at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Washington to Poughkeepsie from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Poughkeepsie on April 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	11h 44m	9:44am	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Union Station	5h 15m	12:45pm	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
Train	6:20am	Union Station	5h 23m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	6:20am	Union Station	5h 23m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	7:20am	Union Station	7h 25m	2:45pm	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:27 PM EDT.

Get from Washington to Poughkeepsie

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 6 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

6h 38mAverage Duration

253 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $51

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Poughkeepsie 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 Washington to Poughkeepsie?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Poughkeepsie start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Poughkeepsie?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Poughkeepsie is 6h 38m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Poughkeepsie route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Poughkeepsie?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Poughkeepsie at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/01

$52

04/02

$182

Today

$154

04/04

$147

04/05

$115

04/06

No data

04/07

No data

04/08

$89

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Poughkeepsie was searched and found on Apr 1, 2026 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $722 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Poughkeepsie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2026-04-08.