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Museum of Fine Arts
Vast fine arts museum with global collections, notable paintings, ancient art and rotating exhibitions in the Fenway area.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£236
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£299
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
7 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
8 h 2 m
Trains on 09 Oct
8
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA will cost around £299 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £236.
To travel from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA you need to make at least one change.
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast RegionalTrains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 20:46 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 7:51 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h29 | 15:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional | 14:46 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 9h24 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional | 20:40 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 13h18 | 9:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
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Vast fine arts museum with global collections, notable paintings, ancient art and rotating exhibitions in the Fenway area.
Atmospheric museum displaying Isabella Stewart Gardner’s art collection in a Venetian-style palace with a celebrated courtyard.
Engaging science museum on the Charles River with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and live presentations for varied ages.
Linear park through central Boston with gardens, monuments and historic edges, ideal for a relaxed city walk.
Historic pedestrian-friendly route connecting major Revolutionary sites across Boston, Charlestown and the North End.
Revived waterfront district with harbour walks, green spaces, public art and contemporary architecture along the Seaport.
Creamy soup of clams, potatoes and salt pork. A New England staple closely tied to Boston’s maritime history.
Slow-baked beans sweetened with molasses and often salt pork. The dish helped give Boston its historic nickname, Beantown.
A chilled seafood roll of lobster meat in a toasted split-top bun, usually with butter or mayonnaise. A classic summer New England treat.
Stylish seafood restaurant on the waterfront, popular for oysters, lobster rolls and harbour views in a polished setting.
Refined dining room serving contemporary New England seafood with elegant presentation and a formal atmosphere.
Busy Italian bakery and café in the North End, best known for cannoli, lobster tails and strong coffee in a lively setting.
Boston is pricier than many US cities, with high hotel rates and restaurant prices, though public transport is fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. In cafés, round up or add $1-2 for barista drinks.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA trains use the Poughkeepsie Station to Back Bay Station station pair, with some services arriving at South Station. Use this guide to compare Poughkeepsie, NY and Boston, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Poughkeepsie Station is 1 km from Poughkeepsie city centre. Public transport options include:
Poughkeepsie Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: River Station Restaurant, Brasserie 292
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Poughkeepsie Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Poughkeepsie Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Poughkeepsie Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Poughkeepsie Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poughkeepsie Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Poughkeepsie, Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie, Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie.
Back Bay Station is 1 km from Boston city centre. Public transport options include:
Back Bay Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Sorellina, Atlantic Fish Company
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Back Bay Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Back Bay Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Back Bay Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Back Bay Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Back Bay Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Copley Square Hotel, The Westin Copley Place, Fairmont Copley Plaza.
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
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