The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY
Cheapest price
£122
Average price
£240
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY will cost around £240 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £122.
To travel from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY you need to make at least one change.
42 Pennsylvanian · 239 Empire Service
42 Pennsylvanian · 241 Empire Service
80 Carolinian · 63 Maple Leaf
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service
2254 Acela+
237 Empire Service
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service
2254 Acela+
237 Empire Service
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited
42 Pennsylvanian · 239 Empire Service
42 Pennsylvanian · 241 Empire ServiceTravel Information
Compare train and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 221 km
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£54 Average Price Cheapest | £245 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 08:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h18 | 13:43 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
66 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack | 08:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h18 | 13:43 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
150 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack | 10:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h28 | 13:43 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 10:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h28 | 13:43 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service | 13:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h23 | 16:43 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
664 Keystone Service · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 16:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h42 | 22:07 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
82 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 17:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h49 | 22:07 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 18:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h47 | 22:07 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
2254 Acela+ 237 Empire Service | 19:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h29 | 23:08 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 241 Empire Service | 20:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h43 | 01:08 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 239 Empire Service | 20:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h57 | 00:22 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 00:26 Philadelphia, PA | 8h19 | 08:45 Poughkeepsie, NY | 2 changes | |
![]() | 05:15 Philadelphia, PA | 3h28 | 08:43 Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 221 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 221 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 20:46 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Poughkeepsie, NY from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Poughkeepsie, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Poughkeepsie, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and Poughkeepsie, NY
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week. Access via Main Street.
- River Station Restaurant
- Brasserie 292
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Residence Inn Poughkeepsie
- Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie
- Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Metro-North Railroad: Hudson Line
- Bus: Dutchess County Public Transit
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