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How to get fromSmithtown to Fire Islandby bus or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Smithtown to Fire Island by bus or ferry

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  1. Line 51 bus, ferry

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    1. Take the bus from Smith Haven Mall to Patchogue LIRRbus bus 51
    2. Take the ferry from Patchogue, NY to Watch Hill, Fire Islandferry ferry Watch Hill
    3h 4m
    $18–31

  2. Line 6 bus, ferry

    1. Take the bus from NY State Office Building to Patchogue LIRRbus bus 6
    2. Take the ferry from Patchogue, NY to Watch Hill, Fire Islandferry ferry Watch Hill
    3h 17m
    $18–31

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  • Distance: 21.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Smithtown, NY, USA and Fire Island, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Smithtown to Fire Island. However, you can take the line 5 bus to Smith Haven Mall, take the line 51 bus to Patchogue LIRR, walk to Patchogue, NY, then take the ferry to Watch Hill, Fire Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W Main St/Redwood Ln to Watch Hill, Fire Island via NY State Office Building, Patchogue LIRR, and Patchogue, NY in around 3h 17m.

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