What is the cheapest way to get from East Meadow to Riverhead?

The cheapest way to get from East Meadow to Riverhead is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Meadow to Riverhead?

The fastest way to get from East Meadow to Riverhead is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between East Meadow and Riverhead?

No, there is no direct bus from East Meadow to Riverhead. However, there are services departing from Front St + East Meadow Ave and arriving at Riverhead LIRR via Brentwood LIRR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between East Meadow and Riverhead?

No, there is no direct train from East Meadow to Riverhead. However, there are services departing from Hicksville and arriving at Riverhead via Ronkonkoma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from East Meadow to Riverhead?

The distance between East Meadow and Riverhead is 53 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

How do I travel from East Meadow to Riverhead without a car?

The best way to get from East Meadow to Riverhead without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $15 - $35.

How long does it take to get from East Meadow to Riverhead?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from East Meadow to Riverhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Meadow to Riverhead bus from?

East Meadow to Riverhead bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, depart from Brentwood LIRR station.

Where do I catch the East Meadow to Riverhead train from?

East Meadow to Riverhead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Hicksville station.

Train or bus from East Meadow to Riverhead?

The best way to get from East Meadow to Riverhead is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $15 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $18 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the East Meadow to Riverhead bus arrive?

East Meadow to Riverhead bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, arrive at Riverhead LIRR station.

Where does the East Meadow to Riverhead train arrive?

East Meadow to Riverhead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Ronkonkoma station.

Can I drive from East Meadow to Riverhead?

Yes, the driving distance between East Meadow to Riverhead is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from East Meadow to Riverhead.

Where can I stay near Riverhead?

There are 170+ hotels available in Riverhead.

East Meadow to Riverhead - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from East Meadow to Riverhead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hicksville to Ronkonkomatrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to Riverheadtrain Greenport Service
2h 57m
$16–32
Drive 52.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Meadow to Riverheadcar 52.1 mi
1h 6m
$10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to Riverhead LIRRbus 58
3h 34m
$12–18

East Meadow to Riverhead by bus and train

27Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.6 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between East Meadow, NY, USA and Riverhead, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Kodma Pl / Front to Riverhead via Hicksville Sta / Duffy, Hicksville, and Ronkonkoma in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, Suffolk County Transit operates a bus from Brentwood LIRR to Riverhead LIRR hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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