The cheapest and fastest trains from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
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 $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 5 trains that leave Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY for Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY on Thu, Jun 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 238 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 6 h 7 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.
291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited3:44 PM6h07Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY9:51 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$961One-way1 transfer
49 Lake Shore Limited5:10 PM4h41Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY9:51 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$1001One-way0 transfers
283 Empire Service2:45 PM4h06Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY6:51 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$1001One-way0 transfers
281 Empire Service11:43 AM4h16Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY3:59 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$1001One-way0 transfers
63 Maple Leaf8:45 AM4h04Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY12:49 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$1291One-way0 transfers
63 Maple Leaf8:45 AM4h04Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY12:49 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$1291One-way0 transfers
283 Empire Service2:45 PM4h06Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY6:51 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$1001One-way0 transfers
281 Empire Service11:43 AM4h16Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY3:59 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$1001One-way0 transfers
49 Lake Shore Limited5:10 PM4h41Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY9:51 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$1001One-way0 transfers
291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited3:44 PM6h07Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY9:51 PMSyracuse Station, Syracuse, NY$961One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
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 $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price Cheapest | $224 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY:
A train is $153 (€124) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY costing on average $224 (€181).
Other travel options to Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 18m.
Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $56 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.80 (€-11.96). The journey takes 4h 18m versus 3h 17m 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
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, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
63 Maple Leaf | 8:45 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 4h04 | 12:49 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
281 Empire Service | 11:43 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 4h16 | 3:59 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
283 Empire Service | 2:45 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 4h06 | 6:51 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:44 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 6h07 | 9:51 PM Syracuse Station, Syracuse, NY | 1 transfer | |
49 Lake Shore Limited | 5:10 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 4h41 | 9:51 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 $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:45, 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 $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 12:45 PM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
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 $46 (€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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