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Manhattan to Long Island buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Manhattan and Long Island takes 35 min and the fastest bus takes 28 min. The bus runs at least 2 times per hour from Manhattan to Long Island. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

35 min
Duration
7 mi
Distance
$26
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Manhattan to Long Island bus times

Buses run every 30 minutes between Manhattan and Long Island. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manhattan is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Long Island at 8:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 35 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 6.6 mi
  • Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 27 Av/2 St to 39 Av/Main St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 36 min. Hampton Jitney Inc. also services this route once daily.

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