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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Long Island is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Long Island is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 27 Av/2 St and arriving at 39 Av/Main St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Manhattan and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 90th St and arriving at Rockaway. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Long Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 5 Av/53 St and arriving at Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Long Island?

The distance between Manhattan and Long Island is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Long Island without a car is to subway which takes 29 min and costs $3.

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

The subway from 5 Av/53 St to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Long Island bus from?

Manhattan to Long Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 27 Av/2 St station.

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

Manhattan to Long Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from 5 Av/53 St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Long Island bus arrive?

Manhattan to Long Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 39 Av/Main St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Long Island train arrive?

Manhattan to Long Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Long Island is 11 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Manhattan to Long Island.

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 89+ hotels available in Long Island.

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Distance: 11 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 5 Av/53 St to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 27 Av/2 St to 39 Av/Main St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 36 min. Hampton Jitney Inc. also services this route once daily.

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