What is the cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream?

The cheapest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream?

The fastest way to get from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Roosevelt Island and Valley Stream?

No, there is no direct bus from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream. However, there are services departing from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue and arriving at Central Av / Merrick via 158 St / Archer Bus Term. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Roosevelt Island and Valley Stream?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Valley Stream. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream?

The distance between Roosevelt Island and Valley Stream is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs $6 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Stream takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream bus from?

Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream train from?

Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream?

The best way to get from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream is to train which takes 37 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream bus arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Sutphin Blvd/91 Av station.

Where does the Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream train arrive?

Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Valley Stream station.

Can I drive from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream?

Yes, the driving distance between Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream is 18 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream.

Where can I stay near Valley Stream?

There are 662+ hotels available in Valley Stream.

Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Streamtrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
37 min
$6–13
Drive 17.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roosevelt Island to Valley Streamcar 17.6 mi
28 min
$4–5
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Court Sq-23 St to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archersubway E
2. Take the bus from 158 St / Archer Bus Term to Central Av / Merrickbus n4 / ...
1h 5m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roosevelt Island to Valley Streamtaxi 17.6 mi
28 min
$70–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Sutphin Blvd/91 Avbus Q60
2. Take the bus from 158 St / Archer Bus Term to Central Av / Merrickbus n4 / ...
1h 56m
$6–10

Roosevelt Island to Valley Stream by train

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Roosevelt Island, NY, USA and Valley Stream, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Stream hourly. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Central Av / Merrick via Sutphin Blvd/91 Av and 158 St / Archer Bus Term in around 1h 56m.

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