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Get from Washington to Poughkeepsie
The journey takes about 6 hours 38 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 884, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 884
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Poughkeepsie?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Poughkeepsie start from R 884. The average price for this train route is around R 2 754. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Poughkeepsie?
The average train journey time from Washington to Poughkeepsie is 6h 38m, covering a distance of 407 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Poughkeepsie route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Poughkeepsie?
The earliest train from Washington to Poughkeepsie departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Poughkeepsie was searched and found on 01 Apr 2026 with a price of R 904To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Poughkeepsie as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 904 to R 12 540 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Poughkeepsie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 546, which is on 2026-04-08.
