The cheapest and fastest trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$187
Average price
$233
Fastest journey
7 h 16 m
Average duration
8 h 37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA will cost around $233 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $187.
It's difficult to get from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA without transferring at least once.
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional8:40 PM13h25Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY10:05 AMSouth Station, Boston, MA$1871One-way1 transfer
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional8:40 PM13h18Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY9:58 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$1871One-way1 transfer
280 Empire Service · 82 Northeast Regional11:10 AM7h22Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY6:32 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2331One-way1 transfer
280 Empire Service · 82 Northeast Regional11:10 AM7h16Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY6:26 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2331One-way1 transfer
290 Ethan Allen Express · 168 Northeast Regional3:48 PM7h32Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY11:20 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2811One-way1 transfer
280 Empire Service · 82 Northeast Regional11:10 AM7h16Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY6:26 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2331One-way1 transfer
280 Empire Service · 82 Northeast Regional11:10 AM7h22Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY6:32 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2331One-way1 transfer
290 Ethan Allen Express · 168 Northeast Regional3:48 PM7h32Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY11:20 PMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$2811One-way1 transfer
290 Ethan Allen Express · 168 Northeast Regional3:48 PM7h38Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY11:26 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2811One-way1 transfer
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional8:40 PM13h18Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY9:58 AMBack Bay station, Boston, MA$1871One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $48.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$128 Average price Cheapest | $163 Average price | $161 Average price |
6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 11:51 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h37 | 7:28 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
234 Empire Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 11:51 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h29 | 7:20 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 3:10 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h54 | 11:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 3:10 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h46 | 10:56 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express+ 2172 NextGen Acela | 7:48 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h08 | 2:56 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional | 7:48 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 8h27 | 4:15 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 178 Northeast Regional | 7:48 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 8h22 | 4:10 AM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express+ 2172 NextGen Acela | 7:48 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 7h19 | 3:07 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, April 4 | |||||
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 13h25 | 2:05 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 13h18 | 1:58 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA
Trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 7h 22m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 7h 22m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 8:46 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Poughkeepsie, NY and Boston, MA from $48 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Poughkeepsie, NY to Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week. Access via Main Street.
- River Station Restaurant
- Brasserie 292
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Residence Inn Poughkeepsie
- Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie
- Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Metro-North Railroad: Hudson Line
- Bus: Dutchess County Public Transit
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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