How to get to Long Island by train from NYC?

How to get to Long Island from NYC. BY TRAIN: The Long Island Railroad (LIRR) has hourly service to and from New York City's Penn Station, it's the perfect opportunity for passengers to kick back and relax. Check the website for schedules at mta.info/lirr.



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New York subway lines do not connect directly to Long Island. Take the subway to Penn Station to arrive at one of 124 Long Island stops. How many LIRR stations are on Long Island? There are 124 Long Island Rail Road connections across Long Island.

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Most visitors to Long Island start their trip in New York City. The easiest way to get to Long Island from NYC is on the Long Island Railroad (LIRR). If you're going to the Hamptons from Manhattan, you can also take the Hamptons Jitney, a bus service, or a Blade helicopter if you can splurge.

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The distance between Long Island and New York Penn Station is 49 miles. The road distance is 51.8 miles. How do I travel from Long Island to New York Penn Station without a car? The best way to get from Long Island to New York Penn Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $5 - $25.

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The Long Island Rail Road provides service between Penn Station in Manhattan to greater Long Island via Queens and Brooklyn. The Long Island City station is located on Borden Avenue and 2nd Street.

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Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 90th St and arriving at Long Island City. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

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No, there is no direct bus from Long Island to New York. However, there are services departing from Middle Country Rd/Smith Ln and arriving at Cadman Pz W/Clark St via Tanger Outlet. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

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Long Island is served by two year-round ferry lines that cross the Long Island Sound, connecting Port Jefferson to Bridgeport, Connecticut and Orient Point to New London, Connecticut. To visit Fire Island, the car-free island, hop on one of the six ferry routes to the different parts of Fire Island.

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From Fire Island, Jones Beach State Park, The Hamptons and even Brooklyn, it's an island that's got loads of diversity to explore. This means that there's a little something for everyone when you visit. If you love quaint little towns, bustling and busy streets or unspoilt beaches; Long Island is the place to go!

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The barrier island of Fire Island is just a quick ferry ride across the Great South Bay from mainland Long Island. Locals and visitors travel around by foot, bike, wagon, and golf cart at this 'car-free' beach haven. The 32-mile-long island is known for its pristine beaches and relaxing beachside ambiance.

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