Philadelphia to Poughkeepsie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

137.1 miles 220.7 km · straight line
167 miles actual route 268.7 km · driving distance
3h 34min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
28° NNE bearing direction

How far is Philadelphia from Poughkeepsie?

The distance from Philadelphia to Poughkeepsie is 137.1 miles (220.7 km) as the crow flies. Poughkeepsie is located NNE of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 167 miles, taking about 3h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Poughkeepsie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 34min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 17min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 23min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Philadelphia & Poughkeepsie

Quick Facts

Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m 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 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 181.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM