What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie?

The fastest way to get from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Long Island City and Poughkeepsie?

No, there is no direct train from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie. However, there are services departing from Hunters Point Av and arriving at Poughkeepsie via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie?

The distance between Long Island City and Poughkeepsie is 75 miles. The road distance is 74.5 miles.

How do I travel from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie without a car?

The best way to get from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs $21 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Island City to Poughkeepsie train from?

Long Island City to Poughkeepsie train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Where does the Long Island City to Poughkeepsie train arrive?

Long Island City to Poughkeepsie train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Poughkeepsie station.

Can I drive from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island City to Poughkeepsie is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie.

Where can I stay near Poughkeepsie?

There are 130+ hotels available in Poughkeepsie.

Long Island City to Poughkeepsie - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Long Island City to Poughkeepsie by train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Poughkeepsietrain Hudson
2h 19m
$22–32
Drive 74 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Long Island City to Poughkeepsiecar 74 mi
1h 53m
$14–20
Train via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Poughkeepsie Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2h 39m
$26–53

Long Island City to Poughkeepsie by subway and train

198Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.4 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Long Island City, NY, USA and Poughkeepsie, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Poughkeepsie hourly. Tickets cost $19–29 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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