Boston, Massachusetts to Poughkeepsie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

153.8 miles 247.5 km · straight line
180.4 miles actual route 290.3 km · driving distance
4h 4min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Poughkeepsie?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Poughkeepsie is 153.8 miles (247.5 km) as the crow flies. Poughkeepsie is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.4 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts 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 Boston, Massachusetts to Poughkeepsie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 4min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 53min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 52min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Poughkeepsie

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m 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 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 161.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM