What is the cheapest way to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island?

The cheapest way to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island is to bus via Roosevelt Island which costs $23 - $55 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island?

The fastest way to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Albany, Ny and Long Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany, Ny to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Albany and arriving at New York via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Albany, Ny and Long Island?

No, there is no direct train from Albany, Ny station to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and arriving at Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr via 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Albany, Ny to Long Island?

The distance between Albany, Ny and Long Island is 172 miles. The road distance is 155.1 miles.

How do I travel from Albany, Ny to Long Island without a car?

The best way to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs $30 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albany, Ny to Long Island bus from?

Albany, Ny to Long Island bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Albany station.

Where do I catch the Albany, Ny to Long Island train from?

Albany, Ny to Long Island train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Albany, Ny to Long Island?

The best way to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island is to bus which takes 3h and costs $30 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Albany, Ny to Long Island bus arrive?

Albany, Ny to Long Island bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Albany, Ny to Long Island train arrive?

Albany, Ny to Long Island train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Albany, Ny to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany, Ny to Long Island is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Albany, Ny to Long Island.

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 103+ hotels available in Long Island.

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There are 5 ways to get from Albany, Ny to Long Island by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Albany to New Yorkbus Adt A289 / ...
3h
$33–103
Bus via Roosevelt Island
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albany-Rensselaer to New York, NYbus Albany
3h 38m
$23–53
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
3h 24m
$49–95
Drive 154.2 mi
1. Drive from Albany, Ny to Brooklyncar 154.2 mi
2h 57m
$29–41
Line 905 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Albany Bus Terminal to Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Centerbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ALB - LGA
3h 5m
$74–554

Albany, Ny to Long Island by bus and subway

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Albany, Ny, NY, USA and Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

Trailways operates a bus from Albany to New York hourly. Tickets cost $29–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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