What is the cheapest way to get from Fairfield to Long Island?

The cheapest way to get from Fairfield to Long Island is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fairfield to Long Island?

The fastest way to get from Fairfield to Long Island is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct ferry between Fairfield and Long Island?

No, there is no direct ferry from Fairfield to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Bridgeport and arriving at Port Jefferson via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Fairfield and Long Island?

No, there is no direct train from Fairfield to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Fairfield and arriving at Ronkonkoma via Grand Central Terminal and Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Fairfield to Long Island?

The distance between Fairfield and Long Island is 22 miles. The road distance is 58.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairfield to Long Island without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 58m and costs $27 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Fairfield to Long Island?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Fairfield to Long Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairfield to Long Island train from?

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

Where does the Fairfield to Long Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fairfield to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfield to Long Island is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Fairfield to Long Island.

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 101+ hotels available in Long Island.

Fairfield to Long Island - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Fairfield to Long Island by car ferry, train, car, or bus

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Car ferry
best
1. Take the car ferry from Bridgeport to Port Jeffersoncarferry Bridgeport- Port Jefferson
1h 58m
$28–89
Drive 58.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fairfield to Brooklyncar 58.1 mi
1h 16m
$11–16
Train
1. Take the train from Fairfield to Grand Central Terminaltrain New Haven
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Ronkonkomatrain Ronkonkoma Branch
3h 16m
$28–53
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Post Rd. at Ruane St. to State St. at Main St.bus Cl
2. Take the car ferry from Bridgeport to Port Jeffersoncarferry Bridgeport- Port Jefferson
2h 9m
$24–82

Fairfield to Long Island by train

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Distance: 22.3 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Fairfield, CT, USA and Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

The Bridgeport and Port Jefferson Steamboat Company operates a car ferry from Bridgeport to Port Jefferson hourly. Tickets cost $22–80 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fairfield to Ronkonkoma via Grand Central Terminal and Jamaica in around 3h 16m.

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