How to get from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie by train?

From Jersey City to Poughkeepsie by train

To get from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey, take the YEL train from Journal Square station to 33rd Street station. Next, take the EMPIRE SERVICE train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Poughkeepsie station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The train schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Poughkeepsie on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to train station
Train - YEL
Train - EMPIRE SERVICEEMPIRE SERVICE
Leaves from Journal Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - YEL
    Wait for train
    YEL
    Journal Square - 33rd Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    33rd Street
    ID 33RD
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - EMPIRE SERVICEEMPIRE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    EMPIRE SERVICE
    Niagara Falls
  • 6
    Ride to train station Poughkeepsie
    Ride to train station
    Poughkeepsie
    86 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie

The distance between Jersey City, New York - New Jersey and Poughkeepsie, New York - New Jersey is approximately 78.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 129 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie

To check the train schedule from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jersey City) and destination (Poughkeepsie), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie?

    The fastest way takes 129 minutes, using Train line YEL, Train line EMPIRE SERVICE.

  • Is there a direct train between Jersey City and Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey?

    The YEL train line goes from Journal Square station near Jersey City to 33rd Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 33rd Street station near Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jersey City to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey by train?

    The total travel time between Jersey City and Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey by train is about 2 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Jersey City to get to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the YEL train from the Journal Square station near Jersey City in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Jersey City and Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the train at the 33rd Street station, which is closest to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey.

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