The cheapest and fastest trains from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY
Cheapest price
$199
Average price
$199
Fastest journey
15 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY will cost around $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $199.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fayetteville, NC for Poughkeepsie, NY on Tue, Jun 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 856 km distance in an average of 15 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 45 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 15 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:57 AM15h45Fayetteville, NC8:42 PMPoughkeepsie, NY$1991One-way0 transfers
4:57 AM15h45Fayetteville, NC8:42 PMPoughkeepsie, NY$1991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $131. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $131, and a flight costs an average of $261.
Distance: 531 miles (856 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$198 Average price | $274 Average price | $131 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 39h 13m Average total duration 38h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY:
A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY costing on average $198 (€162).
A bus is $144 (€118) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY costing on average $274 (€225).
Other travel options to Poughkeepsie, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 45m.
Bus takes on average 38h 43m.
Tickets start at around $198 (€162) compared to roughly $124 (€101) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-74.23 (€-60.75). The journey takes 11h 45m versus 9h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:22 PM Fayetteville, NC | 20h21 | 8:43 AM Poughkeepsie, NY | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
![]() | 4:57 AM Fayetteville, NC | 15h45 | 8:42 PM Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY
Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $197 (€161) but you can travel from only $131 (€107) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 11:10. The fastest train covers the 531 miles (856 km) distance in 15h 45m.
Distance 531 miles (856 km) |
Average train duration 11h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $197 (€161) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 15h 45m |
First train 12:57 AM |
Last train 11:10 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fayetteville, NC and Poughkeepsie, NY from $131 (€107). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Poughkeepsie, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fayetteville, NC to Poughkeepsie, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week. Access via Main Street
- River Station Restaurant
- Brasserie 292
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- $0.50
- Residence Inn Poughkeepsie
- Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie
- Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Metro-North Railroad: Hudson Line
- Bus: Dutchess County Public Transit
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