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How to get fromGrand Central–42nd Street Station to Islipby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Islip by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, line 2 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Babylontrain train Babylon Branch
    2. Take the bus from Babylon LIRR to Islip Town Hallbus bus 2
    2h 8m
    $14–26

  2. Drive 44.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Islipcar car 44.9 mi
    1h 1m
    $9–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Isliptaxi taxi 44.9 mi
    1h 1m
    $150–190

  4. Train

    1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaicatrain train Hempstead Branch / ...
    2. Take the train from Jamaica to Isliptrain train Montauk Branch
    2h 10m
    $12–27

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Islip by foot, train, and bus

Calendar84Weekly Services
Duration2h 8mAverage Duration
Ticket$14Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 47 mi
  • Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a vehicle from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Islip via Grand Central Terminal and Jamaica in around 2h 10m.

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