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

The cheapest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Altamont is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Altamont is to train and taxi which takes 1h 39m and costs $70 - $230.

Is there a direct train between Poughkeepsie and Altamont?

No, there is no direct train from Poughkeepsie station to Altamont. However, there are services departing from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station and arriving at Schenectady via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Poughkeepsie to Altamont?

The distance between Poughkeepsie and Altamont is 86 miles. The road distance is 81.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poughkeepsie to Altamont without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 39m and costs $70 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Poughkeepsie to Altamont, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poughkeepsie to Altamont train from?

Poughkeepsie to Altamont train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station.

Where does the Poughkeepsie to Altamont train arrive?

Poughkeepsie to Altamont train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Schenectady station.

Can I drive from Poughkeepsie to Altamont?

Yes, the driving distance between Poughkeepsie to Altamont is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Poughkeepsie to Altamont.

Where can I stay near Altamont?

There are 174+ hotels available in Altamont.

Poughkeepsie to Altamont - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and line 114 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Poughkeepsie to Altamont by train, taxi, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the taxi from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Altamonttaxi
1h 39m
$74–226
Drive 81 mi
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1. Drive from Poughkeepsie to Altamontcar 81 mi
1h 54m
$15–22
Train, line 114 bus
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the bus from East St & Herrick St to Crossgates Mall Stationbus 114
2h 41m
$56–203
Train
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Schenectadytrain Ethan Allen Express / ...
2h 2m
$58–208

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Distance: 85.8 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Poughkeepsie, NY, USA and Altamont, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Schenectady every 4 hours. Tickets cost $28–60 and the journey takes 1h 44m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily.

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