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West Hempstead to Poughkeepsie trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between West Hempstead and Poughkeepsie takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from West Hempstead to Poughkeepsie. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 3m
Duration
96 mi
Distance
$58
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

West Hempstead to Poughkeepsie train times

Trains run 4 times a day between West Hempstead and Poughkeepsie. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from West Hempstead is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Poughkeepsie at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Jamaica and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from West Hempstead to Poughkeepsie? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 95.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between West Hempstead, NY, USA and Poughkeepsie, NY, USA?

You can take a train from West Hempstead to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station via Jamaica, Penn Station, and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 3h 10m.

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