Commuting from Montgomery, NY: Train, Highway and Airport Options

By Ammar Iqbal | Real Estate Salesperson, eXp Realty

The Town of Montgomery, which includes the villages of Montgomery, Walden and Maybrook, offers small-town living in the middle of Orange County. One of the first questions buyers ask is how easy it is to get to work from here, whether the job is in New York City, Westchester or elsewhere in the Hudson Valley. Here is a simple overview of your options.

Driving

Montgomery's biggest commuting advantage is I-84, which runs through the town near Maybrook. From there it is a short drive east to the New York State Thruway (I-87) in Newburgh and the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge into Dutchess County. Route 17K links Montgomery to Newburgh, and Route 211 heads west to Middletown. Manhattan is roughly 65 to 70 miles away, so plan on an hour and a half or more depending on traffic.

Taking the Train

Montgomery does not have its own train station, but there are good options nearby:

• Campbell Hall on Metro-North's Port Jervis Line is a short drive away. Trains run to Hoboken, where you can take PATH into Manhattan, or you can transfer at Secaucus Junction for Penn Station.
• Salisbury Mills-Cornwall, also on the Port Jervis Line, is another nearby station.
• Beacon on the Hudson Line is across the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge and has direct trains to Grand Central. Many commuters from this side of the county like this route.

Schedules and parking change, so check current Metro-North information before you count on a specific train.

Flying

New York Stewart International Airport is a short drive east, which is handy for frequent travelers. Montgomery is also home to Orange County Airport, a general aviation airport used mostly by private and small planes.

Working Locally

Plenty of Montgomery residents work closer to home in Middletown, Newburgh, Goshen or at businesses along the I-84 corridor. For these commutes, you are often looking at 15 to 30 minutes, which is a big part of why the area appeals to people who want a quieter setting without being far from jobs and shopping.

Comparing Towns?

If commuting is high on your list, read our guide to the best Orange County towns for commuters and commuting from Middletown to NYC. To get a feel for daily life, see living in Montgomery, NY and things to do in Montgomery.

Learn More About Montgomery

Visit our Montgomery, NY town guide or browse Montgomery homes for sale. If you already own a home and are thinking about a move, start with a free home evaluation. Questions about a commute from a specific neighborhood? Contact me anytime.