What is the cheapest way to get from Beacon to Long Island City?

The cheapest way to get from Beacon to Long Island City is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beacon to Long Island City?

The fastest way to get from Beacon to Long Island City is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Beacon and Long Island City?

No, there is no direct bus from Beacon to Long Island City. However, there are services departing from Beekman St & High St and arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal via Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Beacon and Long Island City?

No, there is no direct train from Beacon to Long Island City. However, there are services departing from Beacon and arriving at Hunters Point Av via Grand Central-42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Beacon to Long Island City?

The distance between Beacon and Long Island City is 60 miles. The road distance is 64.7 miles.

How do I travel from Beacon to Long Island City without a car?

The best way to get from Beacon to Long Island City without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs $19 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Beacon to Long Island City?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Beacon to Long Island City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beacon to Long Island City bus from?

Beacon to Long Island City bus services, operated by Leprechaun Lines, depart from Beekman St & High St station.

Where do I catch the Beacon to Long Island City train from?

Beacon to Long Island City train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Beacon station.

Train or bus from Beacon to Long Island City?

The best way to get from Beacon to Long Island City is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs $19 - $28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $40 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Beacon to Long Island City bus arrive?

Beacon to Long Island City bus services, operated by Leprechaun Lines, arrive at Rte 17K Park & Ride station.

Where does the Beacon to Long Island City train arrive?

Beacon to Long Island City train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Beacon to Long Island City?

Yes, the driving distance between Beacon to Long Island City is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Beacon to Long Island City.

Where can I stay near Long Island City?

There are 3805+ hotels available in Long Island City.

Beacon to Long Island City - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Beacon to Long Island City by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Beacon to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
1h 43m
$19–28
Drive 64.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Beacon to Long Island Citycar 64.4 mi
1h 28m
$12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Beekman St & High St to Rte 17K Park & Ridebus N-B
2. Take the bus from Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus ShortLine Hudson
3h 8m
$17–37

Beacon to Long Island City by train and subway

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Beacon, NY, USA and Long Island City, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Beacon to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $16–25 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beekman St & High St to Court Sq-23 St via Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center, Port Authority Bus Terminal, and 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 3h 8m.

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