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Distance from Scotia to Poughkeepsie

Driving Distance
95.9 mi 154.3 km
Flying Distance
77.4 mi 124.5 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Scotia, New York to Poughkeepsie, New York is 95.9 mi (154.3 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 77.4 mi (124.5 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 9 min

The estimated travel time by road is 1 hour 34 minutes

Traveling mixed highways and local roads, substantial in a south direction. Average speeds around 53 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Scotia
Place Scotia
State/Province New York
Country US
Latitude 42.826465
Longitude -73.964292
GPS 42.826465° N, 73.964292° W
Local Time 10:44 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Poughkeepsie
Place Poughkeepsie
State/Province New York
Country US
Latitude 41.70559
Longitude -73.928389
GPS 41.70559° N, 73.928389° W
Local Time 10:44 AM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Scotia, New York to Poughkeepsie, New York covers 95.9 mi (154.3 km) in a south direction. This mixed highways and local roads, substantial route typically takes 1 hour 34 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (90.4-96.4 miles / 146-155 km). The primary route shown here saves 15 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 53 mph (85 km/h).

Available Routes

I-87 S
95.9 mi 1 hour 34 minutes
Shortest Fastest Tolls
Taconic State Pkwy
96.4 mi 1 hour 59 minutes
I-87 S and NY-9G S
90.4 mi 1 hour 45 minutes
Tolls

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.