How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Poughkeepsie start from R 820. The average price for this train route is around R 1 532. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Rochester to Poughkeepsie?

The average train journey time from Rochester to Poughkeepsie is 7h 7m, covering a distance of 342 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Rochester to Poughkeepsie route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochester to Poughkeepsie?

The earliest train from Rochester to Poughkeepsie departs at 05:40. And the latest train departs at 13:34.

Train Rochester to Poughkeepsie from R 773 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Rochester to Poughkeepsie on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 30m	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 30m	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 36m	14:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Poughkeepsie on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 30m	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 36m	14:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 36m	14:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Poughkeepsie on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 30m	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 30m	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 36m	14:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Poughkeepsie on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 30m	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 36m	14:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	13:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 5m	20:39	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Poughkeepsie on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 30m	11:10	Poughkeepsie Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 36m	14:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 36m	14:10	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	7h 7m	17:13	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

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Get from Rochester to Poughkeepsie

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 7 hours 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 820, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

7h 7mAverage duration

342 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 727 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5727 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 820

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Poughkeepsie by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Poughkeepsie?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Poughkeepsie start from R 820. The average price for this train route is around R 1 532. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rochester to Poughkeepsie?
The average train journey time from Rochester to Poughkeepsie is 7h 7m, covering a distance of 342 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rochester to Poughkeepsie route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochester to Poughkeepsie?
The earliest train from Rochester to Poughkeepsie departs at 05:40. And the latest train departs at 13:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/01

R 773

11/01

R 773

Today

R 773

13/01

R 773

14/01

R 773

15/01

R 773

16/01

R 1 175

17/01

R 890

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Poughkeepsie was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 773

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rochester, NY, US to Poughkeepsie as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 773 to R 12 319 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Poughkeepsie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 773, which is on 2026-01-13.