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

The cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Long Island is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverdale to Long Island is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Riverdale and Long Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverdale to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St and arriving at Lexington Av/E 42 St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Riverdale and Long Island?

No, there is no direct train from Riverdale to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Riverdale and arriving at 74 St-Broadway via Grand Central-42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Riverdale to Long Island?

The distance between Riverdale and Long Island is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverdale to Long Island without a car is to train and line 7 subway which takes 58 min and costs $10 - $15.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Riverdale to Long Island, including transfers.

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

Riverdale to Long Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St station.

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

Riverdale to Long Island train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Riverdale station.

Where does the Riverdale to Long Island bus arrive?

Riverdale to Long Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Lexington Av/E 42 St station.

Where does the Riverdale to Long Island train arrive?

Riverdale to Long Island train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Riverdale to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverdale to Long Island is 20 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Riverdale to Long Island.

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 89+ hotels available in Long Island.

Riverdale to Long Island - 5 ways to travel via train, line 7 subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Riverdale to Long Island by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 7 subway
best
1. Take the train from Riverdale to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
2. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to 74 St-Broadwaysubway 7
58 min
$10–14
Drive 20.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverdale to Brooklyncar 20.1 mi
36 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St to Lexington Av/E 42 Stbus BxM1
1h 36m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverdale to Brooklyntaxi 20.1 mi
36 min
$90–110
Bus via E 59 St/Park Av
1. Take the bus from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St to Lexington Av/E 56 Stbus BxM1
2. Take the bus from E 59 St/Park Av to Roosevelt Av/75 Stbus Q32
1h 50m
$6–15

Riverdale to Long Island by train and subway

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St to Lexington Av/E 42 St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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