- Must visit
Hudson River Museum
A hands-on science and cultural center with Hudson River views, family exhibits, and a planetarium in the historic train station.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poughkeepsie, NY to Yonkers, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, while a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 1m by train vs 1h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $46 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Poughkeepsie, NY to Yonkers, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 7:44 AM |
Last train 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poughkeepsie, NY to Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poughkeepsie, NY to Yonkers, NY trains use the Poughkeepsie Station to Yonkers Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Poughkeepsie, NY and Yonkers, NY 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.
Yonkers 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: X20, Zuppa Restaurant & Lounge
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Yonkers Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Yonkers Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Yonkers Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Yonkers Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yonkers Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton Inn & Suites Yonkers, Residence Inn by Marriott Yonkers Westchester County, Hyatt Place New York/Yonkers.
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