Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Poughkeepsie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lancaster, Pennsylvania from Poughkeepsie?

The distance from Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Poughkeepsie is 169.4 miles (272.7 km) as the crow flies. Poughkeepsie is located NE of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.8 miles, taking about 4h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania 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. 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Poughkeepsie. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.