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How to get fromGrand Central–42nd Street Station to Block Islandby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Block Island by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to New Londontrain train Northeast Regional
    2. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry to Block Island / ...
    5h 24m
    $70–116

  2. Train, ferry via New Haven

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haventrain train
    2. Take the train from New Haven to New Londontrain train
    3. Take the ferry from New London to Block Islandferry ferry
    6h 12m
    $58–74

  3. Bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from 40th & Lex to Montaukbus bus Montauk-Eastbound / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Montauk to Block Islandferry ferry Montauk-Block Island
    5h 26m
    $92–147

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 167.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA and Block Island, RI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Block Island. However, you can walk to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, take the train to New London, walk to New London, then take the ferry to Block Island. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Block Island via 40th & Lex, Montauk, and Montauk in around 5h 26m.

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