What is the cheapest way to get from Amherst to Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest way to get from Amherst to Poughkeepsie is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Amherst to Poughkeepsie?

The fastest way to get from Amherst to Poughkeepsie is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Amherst and Poughkeepsie?

No, there is no direct bus from Amherst to Poughkeepsie station. However, there are services departing from Amherst Center and arriving at Metro North Station via Springfield Union Station and TransCenter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Amherst to Poughkeepsie?

The distance between Amherst and Poughkeepsie is 159 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

How do I travel from Amherst to Poughkeepsie without a car?

The best way to get from Amherst to Poughkeepsie without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 36m and costs $30 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Amherst to Poughkeepsie?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Amherst to Poughkeepsie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Amherst to Poughkeepsie bus from?

Amherst to Poughkeepsie bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Amherst Center station.

Where does the Amherst to Poughkeepsie bus arrive?

Amherst to Poughkeepsie bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at Springfield station.

Can I drive from Amherst to Poughkeepsie?

Yes, the driving distance between Amherst to Poughkeepsie is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Amherst to Poughkeepsie.

Where can I stay near Poughkeepsie?

There are 123+ hotels available in Poughkeepsie.

Amherst to Poughkeepsie - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Amherst to Poughkeepsie by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from University of Massachusetts Amherst to Albany Bus Terminal, NYbus FlixBus 2693
2. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
5h 36m
$33–182
Drive 110.2 mi
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1. Drive from Amherst to Poughkeepsiecar 110.2 mi
2h 59m
$21–30
Bus, train via Springfield
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus
2. Take the train from Springfield to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 29m
$47–229
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Main St / Masonic St to Pittsfield ITCbus 904
2. Take the train from Pittsfield Amtrak Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Berkshire Flyer
7h 7m
$32–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amherst Center to Springfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to White Plains Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from TransCenter to Metro North Stationbus Wpp
7h 43m
$25–48

Amherst to Poughkeepsie by bus and train

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Amherst, MA, USA and Poughkeepsie, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Amherst Center to Metro North Station via Springfield, Springfield Union Station, White Plains Bus Station, and TransCenter in around 7h 43m.

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