Rome2Rio

How to get fromToms River to Fire Islandby bus, train, or ferry

Find Transport to Fire Island

See all options

There are 2 ways to get from Toms River to Fire Island by bus, train, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus, train, ferry via Queens

    best
    1. Take the bus from Toms River Park & Ride to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus bus 319 / ...
    2. Take the train from Jamaica to Patchoguetrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Patchogue, NY to Watch Hill, Fire Islandferry ferry
    5h 54m
    $42–99

  2. Bus, train, ferry

    1. Take the bus from Toms River Park & Ride to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus bus 319 / ...
    2. Take the train from Hunterspoint Avenue to Patchoguetrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Patchogue, NY to Watch Hill, Fire Islandferry ferry
    5h 55m
    $44–107

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Toms River to Fire Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 177.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Toms River, NJ, USA and Fire Island, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Toms River to Fire Island. However, you can take the bus to Port Authority Bus Terminal, walk to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal, take the subway to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport, walk to Jamaica, take the train to Patchogue, walk to Patchogue, NY, then take the ferry to Watch Hill, Fire Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Toms River Park & Ride to Watch Hill, Fire Island via Port Authority Bus Terminal, 42 St-Times Square, Hunters Point Av, Hunterspoint Avenue, Patchogue, and Patchogue, NY in around 5h 55m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides