What is the cheapest way to get from Newark to Smithtown?

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Smithtown is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newark to Smithtown?

The fastest way to get from Newark to Smithtown is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Smithtown?

No, there is no direct train from Newark station to Smithtown. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Smithtown via New York Penn Station and Huntington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Newark to Smithtown?

The distance between Newark and Smithtown is 63 miles. The road distance is 56.7 miles.

How do I travel from Newark to Smithtown without a car?

The best way to get from Newark to Smithtown without a car is to train and line 5 bus which takes 2h 42m and costs $17 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Newark to Smithtown?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Newark to Smithtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Smithtown train from?

Newark to Smithtown train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from New York Penn Station.

Where does the Newark to Smithtown train arrive?

Newark to Smithtown train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Huntington station.

Can I drive from Newark to Smithtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Smithtown is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Newark to Smithtown.

Where can I stay near Smithtown?

There are 115+ hotels available in Smithtown.

Newark to Smithtown - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newark to Smithtown by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 5 bus
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Brentwoodtrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to W Main St/New York Avebus 5
2h 42m
$18–39
Drive 56.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Smithtowncar 56.4 mi
1h 25m
$11–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 108
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Brentwoodtrain Ronkonkoma Branch
3h 14m
$23–66
Train
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Huntingtontrain Port Jefferson Branch
2. Take the train from Huntington to Smithtowntrain Port Jefferson Branch
2h 50m
$15–40

Newark to Smithtown by train and bus

180Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.5 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Smithtown, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Newark Penn Station to Smithtown via New York Penn Station and Huntington in around 2h 50m.

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