What is the cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream?

The cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream?

The fastest way to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Riverdale and Valley Stream?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverdale to Valley Stream. However, there are services departing from Broadway/Lake View Pl and arriving at Central Av / Merrick via Boston Rd/E 180 St and Merrick Bl / Archer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Riverdale and Valley Stream?

No, there is no direct train from Riverdale to Valley Stream. However, there are services departing from Riverdale and arriving at Valley Stream via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Riverdale to Valley Stream?

The distance between Riverdale and Valley Stream is 30 miles. The road distance is 23.1 miles.

How do I travel from Riverdale to Valley Stream without a car?

The best way to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $13 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverdale to Valley Stream bus from?

Riverdale to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/Lake View Pl station.

Where do I catch the Riverdale to Valley Stream train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverdale to Valley Stream?

The best way to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $13 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Riverdale to Valley Stream bus arrive?

Riverdale to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Boston Rd/E 180 St station.

Where does the Riverdale to Valley Stream train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverdale to Valley Stream?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverdale to Valley Stream is 23 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Riverdale to Valley Stream.

Where can I stay near Valley Stream?

There are 727+ hotels available in Valley Stream.

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There are 5 ways to get from Riverdale to Valley Stream by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverdale to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Streamtrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
1h 44m
$13–24
Drive 22.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverdale to Valley Streamcar 22.9 mi
33 min
$5–6
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St to 7 Av/W 34 Stbus BxM2
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Valley Streamtrain Long Beach Branch / ...
2h 18m
$9–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverdale to Valley Streamtaxi 22.9 mi
33 min
$90–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/Lake View Pl to Boston Rd/E 180 Stbus Bx9
2. Take the bus from Boston Rd/E 180 St to Merrick Blvd/Archer Avbus Q44-Sbs
3h 4m
$6–10

Riverdale to Valley Stream by train

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Distance: 29.4 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Riverdale, Bronx County, NY, USA and Valley Stream, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Riverdale to Valley Stream via Grand Central Terminal in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway/Lake View Pl to Central Av / Merrick via Boston Rd/E 180 St, Merrick Blvd/Archer Av, and Merrick Bl / Archer in around 3h 4m.

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