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

The cheapest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Chester is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poughkeepsie to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Poughkeepsie and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Poughkeepsie station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station and arriving at Chester Transit Center via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Gray 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Poughkeepsie to Chester?

The distance between Poughkeepsie and Chester is 176 miles. The road distance is 174.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poughkeepsie to Chester without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $40 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Poughkeepsie to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poughkeepsie to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Poughkeepsie to Chester train arrive?

Poughkeepsie to Chester train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Poughkeepsie to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Poughkeepsie to Chester is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Poughkeepsie to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 834+ hotels available in Chester.

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There are 4 ways to get from Poughkeepsie to Chester by train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
4h 13m
$41–646
Train via Trenton
cheapest
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie to Grand Central Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Trenton Transit Centertrain Nec
3. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Gray 30th St Stationtrain Tre
6h 37m
$30–69
Drive 173.6 mi
1. Drive from Poughkeepsie to Chestercar 173.6 mi
3h 42m
$32–46
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane ALB - PHL
6h 3m
$91–709

Poughkeepsie to Chester by train (Amtrak)

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.4 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Poughkeepsie, NY, USA and Chester, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Poughkeepsie Amtrak Station to Chester Transit Center via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Gray 30th St Station in around 4h 13m.

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