The average train between Merrick and Short Hills takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Merrick to Short Hills. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Merrick and Short Hills. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Merrick is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Short Hills at 1:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 51m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Merrick to Short Hills? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Short Hills. However, there are services departing from Merrick station and arriving at Short Hills station via New York Penn Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Merrick to Short Hills train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Merrick station.
Merrick to Short Hills train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Short Hills station.
The distance between Merrick and Short Hills is 66.1 km. The road distance is 74 km.
You can take a train from Merrick to Short Hills via New York Penn Station in around 2h 2m.