What is the cheapest way to get from New York to Rockaway Beach?

The cheapest way to get from New York to Rockaway Beach is to subway which costs $3 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York to Rockaway Beach?

The fastest way to get from New York to Rockaway Beach is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between New York and Rockaway Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lower East Side - 85 Delancey St and arriving at Rippers 86th St Beach - Rockaway Beach. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct ferry between New York and Rockaway Beach?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Wall St/Pier 11 and arriving at Rockaway. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between New York and Rockaway Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from W 4 St-Wash Sq and arriving at Beach 67 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from New York to Rockaway Beach?

The distance between New York and Rockaway Beach is 19 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

How do I travel from New York to Rockaway Beach without a car?

The best way to get from New York to Rockaway Beach without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $3 - $30.

How long does it take to get from New York to Rockaway Beach?

The bus from Lower East Side - 85 Delancey St to Rippers 86th St Beach - Rockaway Beach takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the New York to Rockaway Beach bus from?

New York to Rockaway Beach bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, depart from Lower East Side - 85 Delancey St station.

Where do I catch the New York to Rockaway Beach train from?

New York to Rockaway Beach train services, operated by MTA, depart from W 4 St-Wash Sq station.

Where does the New York to Rockaway Beach bus arrive?

New York to Rockaway Beach bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, arrive at Rippers 86th St Beach - Rockaway Beach station.

Where does the New York to Rockaway Beach train arrive?

New York to Rockaway Beach train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Beach 67 St station.

Can I drive from New York to Rockaway Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between New York to Rockaway Beach is 17 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from New York to Rockaway Beach.

Where can I stay near Rockaway Beach?

There are 2262+ hotels available in Rockaway Beach.

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There are 5 ways to get from New York to Rockaway Beach by bus, subway, ferry, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Lower East Side - 85 Delancey St to Rippers 86th St Beach - Rockaway Beachbus To Rockaway Beach
45 min
$3–30
Subway
1. Take the subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq to Beach 67 Stsubway A
53 min
$3
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to Rockawayferry Rs
55 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York to Rockaway Beachtaxi 16.5 mi
34 min
$65–80
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from New York to Rockaway Beachcar 16.5 mi
34 min
$3–5

New York to Rockaway Beach by bus

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Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between New York, NY, USA and Rockaway Beach, NY, USA?

OVR Ride LLC operates a bus from Lower East Side - 85 Delancey St to Rippers 86th St Beach - Rockaway Beach on demand. Tickets cost $30 and the journey takes 45 min. MTA Bus Company also services this route hourly. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq to Beach 67 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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