Hudson Line MetroNorth

Hudson Line is a commuter rail line running north from New York City grand central terminal along the east shore of the Hudson River. Is a Metro-​North service ends at Poughkeepsie. One of the advantages of this line is to have a beautiful view of the Hudson River. The trains run local or express. Usually this line does not have delay but do not forget that this is another service of our beloved MTA, so you cannot expect much. Some train wagons have bathroom and some of the seats have plug where you can charge your phone.
The train stops in different point of the state of NY: Manhattan, the Bronx, Westchester County, Putnam and Dutchess counties.
The differents stop that the train have are: Grand Central Terminal, Harlem — 125^th Street, Yankees — East 153^rd Street, Highbridge, Morris Heights, University Heights, Fordham Heights, Bronx /​Manhattan border, Marble Hill, Manhattan /​Bronx border, Spuyten Duyvil, Riverdale, Bronx /​Westchester County border, Ludlow, Yonkers, Glenwood, Greystone, Hastings-​on-​Hudson, Dobbs Ferry, Ardsley-​on-​Hudson, Irvington, Tarrytown, Philipse Manor, Scarborough, Ossining, Croton-​Harmon, Oscawana, Crugers, Cortlandt, Montrose, Peekskill, Roa Hook, Manitou, Garrison, Cold Spring, Storm King, Putnam County /​Dutchess County border, Breakneck Ridge, Beacon, New Hamburg, Camelot and the last stop is Poughkeepsie.

Living in New York City, every now and then you need a break from the hectic pace of urban life. This Metro North line lets you trade the metropolis in for some peace and quiet. For almost the entire duration, the train goes by the water’s edge, providing some incredible scenery trip from Grand Central to Poughkeepsie. You’ll see mountains, hills, an abandoned castle, West Point, and the river that is the lifeblood of New York… all for a very affordable price.

We’re so lucky to live in an area that’s relaxed, spacious, green, and comfortable — but still have access to the large, fast-​paced, high-​rised, iron jungle that is NYC. In just an hour and a half, you can pop onto the Metro North line from Poughkeepsie (or New Hamburg — one stop closer and cheaper, and just behind the Galleria). Plus, it’s pretty reasonably priced too for a day trip (not sure how people that commute into the city daily for work afford it though!)
It’s particularly nice to relax and view the AMAZING scenery along the side of the Hudson. You’ll pass along the river, Bannerman’s Castle, West Point, a variety of presidential houses, and green scenery as far as the eye can see (that is, until you actually start to hit the boroughs). Luckily, that’s the very end part and most of the ride is above ground.
It’s not quite as fancy as Amtrak, but hey, it gets you from Point A to Point B efficiently. It’s particularly crowded (and more expensive) during rush/​peak hours: in the AM towards NYC; in the PM away from NYC — so be warned. Also, some of the cars could potentially be updated. Personally, I’ve never had a problem, so I’d recommend it for anyone looking to visit the city — or get out of it — quickly! :)

When friends visit from out of town… and especially from outside the US… I make sure they experience this train ride to take-​in the breathtaking views of the Palisades and the Hudson River. Window view of course, any time of year.
Yes, the seats could be more comfortable and cars more clean, especially the ancient 30-​year old coaches pulled by the diesel trains destined north of Croton. My only gripe.
As a Hudson Line commuter of 17 years, I still love the views… best line in the Metro North system. And on-​time performance puts other modes of mass transit to shame.
And if you are thinking of moving to the area, parking is available at the Cortlandt Train Station. Can’t say that about most Stations.
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We just used the Hudson Line to our weekend getaway in Sleepy Hollow /​Tarrytown and couldn’t have been more satisfied. From where we live on the east side it was a piece of cake to take the subway to Grand Central, grab a sandwich and a drink, and board a train that was on time with no delays. It only took around 40 minutes and we were at our destination. Round trip on the weekend was $ 18 a person. A cheap ride indeed.
What an amazing view of the Hudson River while you peer out the window while heading upstate. Very picturesque. The time goes by so fast and it is so easy to doze off that you don’t want to miss your stop. The train up there was an older commuter model, but with comfortable seats. The train back was one of those newer commuter models, but to me the seats on these are narrower and offer less room. Still, a nice ride. No snack car on these so be sure to bring your food and drinks on board with you.
Train cars were pretty clean, but the bathrooms both ways were a little messy as expected, but not unusable. The schedule is terrific too as there are constant trains running in both directions every 45 — 60 minutes or so. Perfect for a day trip or weekend away. There are many nice places to visit along this rail line.

At some point, you feel like the train is floating over water!
That’s how close the rails come to the Hudson river at some point along the route. My destination of the day was Dia: Beacon in Beacon, NY (see separate reviews) and what made it possible was an hour-​ish train ride from Grand Central on the Hudson Line. And less than 5 minute walk from the train station for Dia: Beacon or the Main Street shops in the town.
What a great day trip! With such calming and surprising great views!

Metro-North’s Hudson line gives access to some of the most beautiful views in the country at a more-​than-​reasonable price.
Fine, it’s not as fancy as Amtrak, and there’s no snack car (therefore, no beer), but bring your own snacks, make sure you get a window seat on the side where you’ll be able to see the Hudson, and enjoy! Highlights include Bannerman’s Castle, West Point, the Palisades, and just the gorgeous foliage (in the fall, of course!) Plus the train actually takes you to places! Check out the MTA’s Getaways (
) for fun trips and inspiration!
I highly recommend getting on at Grand Central rather than Harlem 125^th, especially if you’re bringing a bicycle. The trains fill up quickly, and only a limited number of bikes are allowed per train.

I’m fortunate to live across the river from the Beacon train station. Roughly 3 mile drive. This line is simply the best because of the amazing view of the Hudson River (especially during the sunny morning commute). Love passing cool towns like Tarrytown, Peekskill, Yonkers, etc. I will say the trains south of Croton Harmon are much better. Station names are displayed on a screen and seem to be a bit more spacious. Never had the chance to ride along the other lines.

The Hudson train line is such a sweet view. One sometimes forgets what a great view it really is. Whenever I have guests in from out of town, especially from Europe, they always comment on how gorgeous upstate is. In the fall when the leaves are changing, it really is picture perfect, and the Hudson train line is a great way to see it!

When my sisters and I were very young, our parents took us on our first train ride, so we’d know what it was like. We started in Peekskill or Croton-​Harmon, and ended up in the lofty wood-​and-​brick station in Poughkeepsie. I enjoyed everything about the trip — the view of the Hudson, the red and blue seats of the train.
Since then, I have made countless trips along the Hudson, snug in those same seats (and the new cerulean ones!), and I have rarely been let down. Only two or three of tens and tens of the trains I have taken have ever been late, and never by more than five minutes. The cars are always clean and the passengers have been mostly ruly (the unruliness tends to peak late night and on holidays, but that’s to be expected anywhere). And I’ve occasionally gone an entire ride without having my ticket punched.

I think the Metro North Hudson Line is the best line that travels on the East side of the Hudson. It is rarely late, and the trains are the newest and cleanest. The best thing about it is the sunset that you get to observe out the window when you are traveling in the evening. I just wish tickets weren’t so expensive!

Grabbed this for the 3-​minute ride from Harlem to the BX for a Yankee Game. Couldn’t get any more convenient, though I was skeptical about the ticket person who helped me (and the prices).

The Metro-​North Railroad is a beautiful thing for me. I love the City sans the traffic you’d have to face if driving. I don’t think I’ve ever caught the train and had to deal with a delay or incident. I just wish the Harlem line wasn’t closer to me than the Hudson Line. The Hudson Line is beautiful!

The train was clean, not too crowded, the ride was beautiful, and the staff was pleasant. I took the Hudson Line Metro-​North with coworkers out to our company picnic in Croton-​on-​Hudson (I think that’s what it’s called). It was a quick ride and really nice. The train was clean and quiet. Also I appreciate that it wasn’t as expensive as the LIRR seems to be these days. No complaints here!

«Sleeeeepyyyy… Must. Not. Pass out on trai…*snore*…»
Thanks to my parents attempts at curing my insomnia when I was a baby, I can now fall asleep in a moving vehicle with ease. The bumpier, the better. Plane ride? HA. its over. Car ride? Psshaw, I’m out. Metronorth? Yes, that is me passed out in the seat with my mouth open.
ASLEEP on Metronorth: why I manage to miss staring out at the Hudson River as we pass through the mountains, past West Point’s scenic stronghold, past Columbia University’s unintentional duck farm, through Harlem, and into Grand Central.
It doesn’t matter that a conductor reports each upcoming stop and arrival time, or that he/​she is passing through every few minutes to check tickets. I’m out like a light and somehow miraculously at my destination in what seems like mere minutes.
Note to self: Must stay awake to check out the newest west point cadets… yayyy*snore*.

The first time I ever took a ride on this train was for a field trip in kindergarten. We only went from the New Hamburg station to Croton-​Harmon, but I was enthralled. What is it with young kids and trains anyway? Years later I would eventually realize that I lived within a train ride distance from the largest city in the country. And even better, a good friend of mine had a father who worked for the railroad and we would all get on for free. Shit was too nice!
And what do you know, out of all the mass transit lines I have been on from LA to NY, the Hudson Line has proven to be the most scenic commuter rail ride I have ever had the pleasure of riding.
Sure, if I commuted on a daily basis I just might get sick of the views of the Hudson, the Palisades, the Hudson Highlands, and maybe even the Indian Point nuclear power station, but for now, I don’t even need a book for distraction.
Scenery aside, I’ve never had a problem with service and never minded paying about 26 bucks for a round trip ticket from poughkeepsie to the city. I’ve also always enjoyed arriving in the aesthetically pleasing Grand Central instead of the more crowded and somewhat dingy Penn Station. There has been debate for years over whether the line should be extended into northern Dutchess county. While preserving the rural character of the area would be great, people need jobs and a link to the city could be a good thing. Plus, a ride up into Tivoli would also provide some awesome Catskill Mountain views…

Wow, I feel like a sucker for riding up to places like Stamford, Darien, and New Haven this whole time. I seriously wish I lived on the other side of the Bronx in Riverdale now. The views of the Hudson were absolutely majestic. Maybe I need to make a day trip up to Tarrytown.

Boy Do I love the good old hudson line. How else would I get around. Its my favorite method. The new trains are roomy and lately their service has been splendid. Lex Great tip for the Marble Hill, I do that with the train pass too :)

The Hudson Line of Metro North provides a much more picturesque ride than the Harlem line, which runs further east. The commute to Manhattan is made bearable by the gorgeous view of the Hudson and the Palisades.
Getting expensive though! Moneysaving tip: headed to the West Side? Get off at Marble Hill, walk a block west, and get on the 1 train.

Beautiful view of the Hudson while you ride a comfortable train upstate. Lovely all year round.