How much is the train ticket from Washington to Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Poughkeepsie start from PLN 218. The average price for this train route is around PLN 774. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Poughkeepsie?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Poughkeepsie is 6h 52m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Poughkeepsie route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Poughkeepsie?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Poughkeepsie at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Washington to Poughkeepsie from PLN 183 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Poughkeepsie on June 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	10h 43m	8:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
	Train	1:20pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:22pm	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
	Train	10:35am	Union Station	9h 33m	8:08pm	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	4:50pm	Union Station	6h 4m	10:54pm	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
	Train	11:56am	Union Station	7h 26m	7:22pm	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Poughkeepsie on June 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	10h 43m	8:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
Train	7:28am	Union Station	5h 17m	12:45pm	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
Train	6:20am	Union Station	5h 23m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	6:20am	Union Station	5h 23m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	7:28am	Union Station	5h 17m	12:45pm	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Poughkeepsie on June 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	11h 44m	9:44am	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
Train	6:20am	Union Station	5h 23m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
Train	6:20am	Union Station	5h 23m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Station	6h 32m	3:42pm	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Station	6h 32m	3:42pm	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Poughkeepsie on June 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	11h 44m	9:44am	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:06am	Union Station	5h 39m	12:45pm	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	6h 38m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:13pm	Union Station	6h 33m	12:46am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	6h 38m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Poughkeepsie on June 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	10h 43m	8:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:06am	Union Station	5h 39m	12:45pm	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	6h 38m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:13pm	Union Station	6h 33m	12:46am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	6h 38m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Poughkeepsie on June 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	11h 44m	9:44am	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:06am	Union Station	5h 39m	12:45pm	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	6h 38m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:13pm	Union Station	6h 33m	12:46am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	6h 38m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Poughkeepsie on June 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	11h 44m	9:44am	Poughkeepsie Station	Cheapest
	Train	7:06am	Union Station	5h 39m	12:45pm	Poughkeepsie Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	6h 38m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:13pm	Union Station	6h 33m	12:46am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	6h 38m	11:43am	Poughkeepsie Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:24 AM EDT.

Get from Washington to Poughkeepsie

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 6 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

6h 52mAverage Duration

253 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,826 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5826 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 218

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Poughkeepsie by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 PLN 218. The average price for this train route is around PLN 774. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Poughkeepsie?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Poughkeepsie is 6h 52m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Poughkeepsie route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Poughkeepsie?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Poughkeepsie at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/16

PLN 290

06/17

PLN 728

Today

PLN 663

06/19

PLN 587

06/20

PLN 530

06/21

PLN 637

06/22

PLN 305

06/23

PLN 321

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Poughkeepsie was searched and found on Jun 16, 2026 with a price of PLN 290

To 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 PLN 290 to PLN 2,305 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 PLN 305 which is on 2026-06-22.