Baltimore to Poughkeepsie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

218.4 miles 351.5 km · straight line
260.2 miles actual route 418.7 km · driving distance
5h 28min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Poughkeepsie?

The distance from Baltimore to Poughkeepsie is 218.4 miles (351.5 km) as the crow flies. Poughkeepsie is located NE of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 260.2 miles, taking about 5h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Poughkeepsie in New York.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Poughkeepsie. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Poughkeepsie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 28min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 34min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 12min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Poughkeepsie

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Poughkeepsie
41.70°N, 73.92°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 114 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM