How to get from Paterson to Poughkeepsie by train?

From Paterson to Poughkeepsie by train

To get from Paterson to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MCL train from Paterson station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RVL train and finally 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 37 min. The train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Poughkeepsie on the Moovit app.

157min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Train - RVL
Train - EMPIRE SERVICEEMPIRE SERVICE
Leaves from Paterson

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paterson
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1212| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - RVLRVL
    Wait for train
    RVL
    #5126| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    12 min
  • 6
    Train - EMPIRE SERVICEEMPIRE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    EMPIRE SERVICE
    Niagara Falls
  • 7
    Ride to train station Poughkeepsie
    Ride to train station
    Poughkeepsie
    83 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Paterson to Poughkeepsie by train via MCL, NC and EMPIRE SERVICE

To get from Paterson to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MCL train from Paterson station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally 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 37 min. The train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Poughkeepsie on the Moovit app.

157min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Train - NC
Train - EMPIRE SERVICEEMPIRE SERVICE
Leaves from Paterson

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paterson
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1212| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3720| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    13 min
  • 6
    Train - EMPIRE SERVICEEMPIRE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    EMPIRE SERVICE
    Niagara Falls
  • 7
    Ride to train station Poughkeepsie
    Ride to train station
    Poughkeepsie
    83 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Paterson to Poughkeepsie

The distance between Paterson, New York - New Jersey and Poughkeepsie, New York - New Jersey is approximately 90.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 157 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Paterson 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 Paterson to Poughkeepsie

To check the train schedule from Paterson to Poughkeepsie using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Paterson) 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Paterson to Poughkeepsie by train via MCL, NC and EMPIRE SERVICE

To get from Paterson to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MCL train from Paterson station to Secaucus station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NC train and finally 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 37 min. The train schedule from Paterson may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Poughkeepsie on the Moovit app.

157min
Walk to train station
Train - MCL
Train - NC
Train - EMPIRE SERVICEEMPIRE SERVICE
Leaves from Paterson

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Paterson
    790 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - MCLMCL
    Wait for train
    MCL
    #1212| Hoboken
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Secaucus
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3720| New York Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    13 min
  • 6
    Train - EMPIRE SERVICEEMPIRE SERVICE
    Wait for train
    EMPIRE SERVICE
    Niagara Falls
  • 7
    Ride to train station Poughkeepsie
    Ride to train station
    Poughkeepsie
    83 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Paterson to Poughkeepsie?

    The fastest way takes 157 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line RVL, Train line EMPIRE SERVICE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Paterson to Poughkeepsie?

    The alternative route takes 157 minutes, using Train line MCL, Train line NC, Train line EMPIRE SERVICE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 37 min.

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

    The MCL train line goes from Paterson station near Paterson to #1212| Hoboken station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till #1212| Hoboken station near Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey.

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

    The total travel time between Paterson and Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey by train is about 2 hr 37 min.

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

    Get on the MCL train from the Paterson station near Paterson in New York - New Jersey.

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

    Get off the train at the #1212| Hoboken station, which is closest to Poughkeepsie in New York - New Jersey.

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