Poughkeepsie to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

129.6 miles 208.5 km · straight line
161.9 miles estimated 260.6 km · driving distance
3h 15min estimated drive time
$16 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Poughkeepsie from Providence?

The distance from Poughkeepsie to Providence is 129.6 miles (208.5 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located E of Poughkeepsie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 161.9 miles, taking about 3h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Poughkeepsie in New York and Providence in Rhode Island.

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 Poughkeepsie and Providence. 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.

How to Get from Poughkeepsie to Providence

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 15min $16 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 54min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 5min $19–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Poughkeepsie & Providence

Quick Facts

Poughkeepsie
41.70°N, 73.92°W
America/New_York
62m elevation
Providence
41.82°N, 71.41°W
America/New_York
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 192.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients