The average train between Islip and Clifton takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Islip to Clifton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Islip and Clifton. The earliest departure is at 12:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Islip is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Clifton at 1:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Jamaica and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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2h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Islip to Clifton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Islip to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Islip station and arriving at Clifton station via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.
Islip to Clifton train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Islip station.
Islip to Clifton train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.
The distance between Islip and Clifton is 81.5 km. The road distance is 94 km.
You can take a train from Islip to Clifton via Jamaica, New York Penn Station, and Secaucus Lower Level in around 2h 17m.