- Must visit
Yale University Art Gallery
Yale's premier art museum spans ancient to modern works in landmark architecture. A must for world-class collections and free admission.
Cheapest price on Oct 01
$50
Average ticket price on Oct 01
$85
Fastest journey on Oct 01
10 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
16 h 6 m
Trains on Oct 01
2
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poughkeepsie, NY to New Haven, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poughkeepsie, NY to New Haven, CT will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Thu, Oct 01, we found 2 trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to New Haven, CT, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 01 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 16 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 44 m .
On Thu, Oct 01 the slowest trains will take 21 h 27 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.




The table below shows live departures for Poughkeepsie, NY to New Haven, CT trains for today, Wednesday, September 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:48 PM Poughkeepsie, NY | 21h27 | 6:15 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 1 | |||||
![]() | 12:40 AM Poughkeepsie, NY | 10h44 | 11:24 AM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to New Haven, CT run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€84) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€84) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of New Haven, CT — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Haven, CT trip today.
Yale's premier art museum spans ancient to modern works in landmark architecture. A must for world-class collections and free admission.
Renowned museum of rare books and manuscripts, famous for its translucent marble building and a Gutenberg Bible on display.
Major natural history museum known for dinosaur fossils, minerals, and cultural exhibits, recently renewed with modern galleries.
Historic central green framed by churches and civic buildings. It is the city's signature gathering place and best starting point downtown.
Beloved hilltop park with traprock cliffs, trails, and sweeping city views. Popular for hiking, photos, and local outdoor culture.
Tree-lined neighborhood centered on Yale's colleges, museums, and courtyards. Best area for architecture spotting and campus wandering.
New Haven-style apizza is coal-fired, thin, chewy, and lightly charred. It is the city’s signature food and a defining local tradition.
White clam pizza tops apizza with fresh clams, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and grated cheese. It is a New Haven original made famous locally.
Italian ice is a smooth frozen fruit dessert sold in classic neighborhood stands. It is a beloved warm-weather treat in New Haven.
Beloved neighborhood stand serving Italian ice and frozen treats. A simple, nostalgic stop for a classic local dessert in East Rock.
Legendary casual pizzeria on Wooster Street, known for coal-fired apizza and the original white clam pie. Bustling, historic, and quintessentially New Haven.
Refined farm-to-table restaurant highlighting seasonal New England ingredients with polished service. One of New Haven’s best-known upscale dining rooms.
Moderate for U.S. city travel: hotels can be pricey on peak dates, dining is mid-range, and local buses are relatively affordable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poughkeepsie, NY to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poughkeepsie, NY to New Haven, CT trains use the Poughkeepsie Station to Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at New Haven, State St and RR Station. Use this guide to compare Poughkeepsie, NY and New Haven, CT train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Poughkeepsie Station is 1 km from Poughkeepsie city centre. Public transport options include:
Poughkeepsie Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: River Station Restaurant, Brasserie 292
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Poughkeepsie Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Poughkeepsie Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Poughkeepsie Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Poughkeepsie Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poughkeepsie Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Poughkeepsie, Courtyard by Marriott Poughkeepsie, Holiday Inn Express Poughkeepsie.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need