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National Air and Space Museum
Vast air and space museum displaying historic aircraft, spacecraft and interactive exhibits for all ages.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£80
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£178
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
4 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
5 h 41 m
Trains on 09 Oct
17
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around £178 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
To travel from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC you need to make at least one change.
64 Maple Leaf · 177 Northeast Regional · 6077 Connecting Bus
68 Adirondack · 65 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional
64 Maple Leaf · 65 Northeast Regional
68 Adirondack · 65 Northeast Regional
290 Ethan Allen Express · 137 Northeast Regional
280 Empire Service · 2159 Acela [NextGen]
244 Empire Service · 175 Northeast Regional
284 Empire Service · 129 Northeast Regional
284 Empire Service · 2167 Acela
236 Empire Service · 125 Northeast RegionalTrains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 409 km distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 409 km |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 3:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Washington, DC — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Washington, DC trip today.
Vast air and space museum displaying historic aircraft, spacecraft and interactive exhibits for all ages.
Museum exploring the history, culture and contributions of African Americans through powerful exhibitions.
Leading art museum with European and American masterpieces, sculpture garden and free permanent collection.
Grand landscaped park linking memorials, museums and monuments, ideal for walking and classic city views.
Historic waterfront district with cobbled streets, canal paths, shops and scenic walks by the Potomac.
Vibrant neighbourhood known for murals, music venues, independent shops and one of the city’s liveliest streets.
Half-smoke sausage, usually smoked pork and beef, served on a bun with chilli and toppings. It is a long-standing Washington street food linked to the city’s carry-outs.
Mumbo sauce is a sweet, tangy, slightly spicy condiment popular with fried chicken and chips in Washington carry-outs. It is a distinctive local takeaway staple.
Jumbo slice is an oversized pizza slice sold late at night in Washington, especially around nightlife areas. It is a local post-night-out food ritual.
Polished American dining with a focus on seasonal produce and Chesapeake influences. Sophisticated setting suited to a celebratory meal.
Refined Mid-Atlantic seafood restaurant known for oyster dishes, crab, and seasonal ingredients. Elegant but approachable atmosphere in Penn Quarter.
Beloved bakery and café serving Ethiopian coffee, pastries, and light meals. Relaxed community feel in Adams Morgan.
Washington is pricier than many US cities for hotels and dining near central sights, though museums are often free and public transport is reasonably priced.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants if service is not included, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or up to 10% in cafés.
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Washington Union Station -> Metro Center, Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC trains use the Poughkeepsie Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Poughkeepsie, NY and Washington, DC 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.
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Shake Shack, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill, Thunder Grill, Johnny Rockets, Jamba Juice, Ladurée Union Station, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
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