The cheapest and fastest trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Buffalo, NY
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
6 h 57 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poughkeepsie, NY to Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Of the 3 trains that leave Poughkeepsie, NY for Buffalo, NY every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 428 km distance in an average of 7 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Poughkeepsie, NY to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poughkeepsie, NY to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £52, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 428 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£83 Average Price Cheapest | £144 Average Price |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Poughkeepsie, NY to Buffalo, NY train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:45 Poughkeepsie, NY | 6h47 | 15:32 Buffalo, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:43 Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h12 | 18:55 Buffalo, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:45 Poughkeepsie, NY | 6h57 | 21:42 Buffalo, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poughkeepsie, NY to Buffalo, NY
Distance 428 km |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 47m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 15:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Poughkeepsie, NY to Buffalo, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Poughkeepsie, NY and Buffalo, NY from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Poughkeepsie, NY to Buffalo, NY train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Poughkeepsie, NY and Buffalo, NY
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- Liberty Hound
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
- Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
- The Westin Buffalo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station
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