What is the cheapest way to get from Stony Brook to Boston University?

The cheapest way to get from Stony Brook to Boston University is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stony Brook to Boston University?

The fastest way to get from Stony Brook to Boston University is to train and fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $450 - $1,300.

Is there a direct train between Stony Brook and Boston University?

No, there is no direct train from Stony Brook to Boston University. However, there are services departing from Stony Brook and arriving at Boston University East via Huntington, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Copley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Stony Brook to Boston University?

The distance between Stony Brook and Boston University is 196 miles. The road distance is 242.4 miles.

How do I travel from Stony Brook to Boston University without a car?

The best way to get from Stony Brook to Boston University without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 6h 20m and costs $70 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Stony Brook to Boston University?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Stony Brook to Boston University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stony Brook to Boston University train from?

Stony Brook to Boston University train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Huntington station.

Where does the Stony Brook to Boston University train arrive?

Stony Brook to Boston University train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Stony Brook to Boston University?

Yes, the driving distance between Stony Brook to Boston University is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Stony Brook to Boston University.

Where can I stay near Boston University?

There are 1765+ hotels available in Boston University.

Stony Brook to Boston University - 8 ways to travel via train, and car ferry

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There are 8 ways to get from Stony Brook to Boston University by car ferry, train, bus, car, plane, or train (Amtrak)

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Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the carferry from Port Jefferson to Bridgeportcarferry Bridgeport- Port Jefferson
2. Take the train from Bridgeport Amtrak Station to Bostontrain Northeast Regional
6h 20m
$72–205
Drive 241 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stony Brook to Boston Universitycar 241 mi
4h 44m
$44–64
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the carferry from Port Jefferson to Bridgeportcarferry Bridgeport- Port Jefferson
2. Take the bus from New Haven Bus Stop to Bostonbus Greyhound US0240 / ...
7h 45m
$54–137
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stony Brook to Jamaicatrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane JFK - BOS
4h 38m
$453–1,247
Train
1. Take the train from Huntington to New York Penn Stationtrain Port Jefferson Branch
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Bostontrain Acela
6h 46m
$77–196
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stony Brook to Jamaicatrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane LGA - BOS
4h 50m
$82–461
Line 51 bus to Long Island Mac Arthur Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Circle Rd/Gymnasium Rd to Ronkonkoma LIRRbus
2. Fly from Long Island Mac Arthur Airport (ISP) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane ISP - BOS
5h 5m
$270–373
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Huntington to New York Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane EWR - BOS
5h 55m
$527–1,673

Stony Brook to Boston University by train, foot, and tram

121Weekly Services

6h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.1 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Stony Brook, NY, USA and Boston University, MA, USA?

You can take a train from Stony Brook to Boston University via Huntington, Penn Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Boston, Copley, and Boston University East in around 6h 46m.

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