What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Shirley?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley. However, there are services departing from 41st St bet 3rd & Lex and arriving at Montauk Hwy/Camp Upton Rd via Old Country Rd/Tanger Mall Dr and Riverhead LIRR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Shirley?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Mastic-Shirley via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Shirley is 64 miles. The road distance is 63 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $16 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Shirley bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Shirley bus services, operated by Hampton Jitney Inc., depart from 41st St bet 3rd & Lex station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Shirley train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Shirley train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Train or bus from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $16 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 66 bus, which costs $35 - $80 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Shirley bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Shirley bus services, operated by Hampton Jitney Inc., arrive at Old Country Rd/Tanger Mall Dr station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Shirley train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Shirley train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Mastic-Shirley station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Shirley is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley.

Where can I stay near Shirley?

There are 87+ hotels available in Shirley.

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There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Shirley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Mastic-Shirleytrain Montauk Branch
2h 48m
$16–37
Drive 62.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Shirleycar 62.6 mi
1h 20m
$12–17
Bus, line 66 bus
1. Take the bus from 41st St bet 3rd & Lex to Old Country Rd/Tanger Mall Drbus North Fork
2. Take the bus from Riverhead LIRR to Montauk Hwy/Camp Upton Rdbus 66
3h 38m
$35–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Amityvilletrain Babylon Branch
2. Take the bus from Amityville LIRR to Patchogue LIRRbus 2
3h 52m
$16–26

Grand Central Terminal to Shirley by foot and train

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.3 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Shirley, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to Mastic-Shirley every 3 hours. Tickets cost $11–28 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Grand Central Terminal to Montauk Hwy/Camp Upton Rd via 41st St bet 3rd & Lex, Old Country Rd/Tanger Mall Dr, and Riverhead LIRR in around 3h 38m.

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