The average train between Riverhead and Wantagh takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Riverhead to Wantagh. 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 5 times a day between Riverhead and Wantagh. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Riverhead is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Wantagh at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Ronkonkoma and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Riverhead to Wantagh? 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 Riverhead to Wantagh. However, there are services departing from Riverhead station and arriving at Wantagh station via Ronkonkoma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Riverhead to Wantagh train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Riverhead station.
Riverhead to Wantagh train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Wantagh station.
The distance between Riverhead and Wantagh is 76 km. The road distance is 129 km.
You can take a train from Riverhead to Wantagh via Ronkonkoma and Jamaica in around 2h 47m.