The cheapest and fastest trains from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 3 trains that leave Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY for Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY on Thu, Mar 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 05 the direct trains cover the 238 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
On Thu, Mar 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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.






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Compare train and flight for Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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$84 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY trains for today, Wednesday, March 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
281 Empire Service | 4:43 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 4h19 | 9:02 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
283 Empire Service | 7:45 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 4h14 | 11:59 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 8:44 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 6h07 | 2:51 AM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 transfer | |
49 Lake Shore Limited | 10:10 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 4h41 | 2:51 AM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 5 | |||||
![]() | 1:45 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 4h12 | 5:57 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Trains from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 13:45 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY and Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY from $47 (€38). 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 Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, 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 Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
- The Mission Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse
- Comfort Inn & Suites Airport
- Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and bus services
- Bus: Centro Bus Service
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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