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The cheapest and fastest trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for 14 Jun

Cheapest price

£187

Average price

£187

Fastest journey

6 h 37 m

Average duration

6 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

409 km

Cheap tickets

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 £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £187.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Poughkeepsie, NY for Washington, DC every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 409 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 37 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.

16:106h37

Poughkeepsie, NY

22:47Washington, DC

£1871One-way

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Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.

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Most popular Train	Flight
£123 Average Price Cheapest	£181 Average Price
6h 59m average duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 23m average duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC

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Trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

408 km

Average train duration

6h 29m

Cheapest ticket price

£47

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 39m

First train

14:20

Last train

22:30

Price information

Train providers: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela and VIA Rail trains Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC

Travel to Washington, DC from Poughkeepsie, NY from £65 with Omio’s train partners Amtrak, Amtrak Acela and VIA Rail! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey to Washington, DC from Poughkeepsie, NY.

Train information from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 5 h 52 min
Cheapest Price: £65
Amtrak frequency: 7 a day

Amtrak Acela is a high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. It operates along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D. C. And Boston, Massachusetts, with stops in major cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York City. The Acela Express is the fastest train in the Amtrak fleet, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph for your train to Washington, DC from Poughkeepsie, NY. It offers three classes of service: Business Class, Acela First Class, and Coach Class. Business Class offers comfortable seating, complimentary snacks and beverages, and access to the Quiet Car. Acela First Class offers larger seats, complimentary meals, and access to the Business Class Lounge. Coach Class offers comfortable seating and access to onboard Wi-Fi. All Acela trains offer power outlets and Wi-Fi access. The most popular routes for Amtrak Acela are Washington, D. C. To New York City, New York City to Boston, and Philadelphia to Washington, D. C.

FAQs: Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC train

FAQs: Travel by train from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC.

Cheap train tickets from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC can start from as little as £46 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC is £102; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC train time is 5 h 25 min covering the 253 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC leaves at 04: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC leaves at 22: 00.

There are 16 trains a day from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC which require at least one change with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela or VIA Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Washington, DC. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC.

When taking a train from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC, you can count on Amtrak, Amtrak Acela or VIA Rail for the best way to get you to Washington, DC. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 00.

The cheapest month to travel from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Poughkeepsie, NY to Washington, DC including taking a train, coach or flight.