What is the cheapest way to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway?

The cheapest way to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway?

The fastest way to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Central Islip and Far Rockaway?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Islip to Far Rockaway. However, there are services departing from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd and arriving at Mott Av / Central via Amityville Sta and Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 1-5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Central Islip and Far Rockaway?

No, there is no direct train from Central Islip to Far Rockaway. However, there are services departing from Central Islip and arriving at Far Rockaway via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Central Islip to Far Rockaway?

The distance between Central Islip and Far Rockaway is 46 miles. The road distance is 36.1 miles.

How do I travel from Central Islip to Far Rockaway without a car?

The best way to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $12 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Islip to Far Rockaway bus from?

Central Islip to Far Rockaway bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, depart from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd station.

Where do I catch the Central Islip to Far Rockaway train from?

Central Islip to Far Rockaway train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Central Islip station.

Train or bus from Central Islip to Far Rockaway?

The best way to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $12 - $28. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and bus, which costs $9 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Central Islip to Far Rockaway bus arrive?

Central Islip to Far Rockaway bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, arrive at Amityville LIRR station.

Where does the Central Islip to Far Rockaway train arrive?

Central Islip to Far Rockaway train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Central Islip to Far Rockaway?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Islip to Far Rockaway is 36 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Central Islip to Far Rockaway.

Where can I stay near Far Rockaway?

There are 682+ hotels available in Far Rockaway.

Central Islip to Far Rockaway - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 4 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Central Islip to Far Rockaway by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Central Islip to Jamaicatrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Far Rockawaytrain Far Rockaway Branch
1h 53m
$12–27
Drive 35.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Central Islip to Far Rockawaycar 35.9 mi
46 min
$7–10
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Central Islip to Jamaicatrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the bus from Parsons Blvd/88 Av to Mott Av/Beach 22 Stbus Q114
2h 6m
$13–29
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd to Amityville LIRRbus 4
2. Take the bus from Amityville Sta to (arr.) Hemp TC / Westbus n55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 1-5 to Mott Av / Centralbus n32 / ...
3h 40m
$8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Central Islip to Far Rockawaytaxi 35.9 mi
46 min
$140–170

Central Islip to Far Rockaway by train

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Distance: 45.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Central Islip, NY, USA and Far Rockaway, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Central Islip to Far Rockaway via Jamaica in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W Suffolk Ave/Wheeler Rd to Mott Av / Central via Amityville LIRR, Amityville Sta, (arr.) Hemp TC / West, and Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 1-5 in around 3h 40m.

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