Lorain to Poughkeepsie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lorain from Poughkeepsie?

The distance from Lorain to Poughkeepsie is 427.2 miles (687.5 km) as the crow flies. Poughkeepsie is located E of Lorain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 512.6 miles, taking about 10h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Lorain in Ohio and Poughkeepsie in New York.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Lorain 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.