The average train between Rockaway Beach and Merrick takes 1h 50m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Rockaway Beach to Merrick. 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 every 4 hours between Rockaway Beach and Merrick. The earliest departure is at 12:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Rockaway Beach is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Merrick at 12:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Far Rockaway-Mott Av and take an average of 1h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 49m • 2 changes

1h 58m • 2 changes

1h 41m • 2 changes

1h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rockaway Beach to Merrick? 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 Rockaway Beach to Merrick. However, there are services departing from Rockaway Beach station and arriving at Merrick station via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.
Rockaway Beach to Merrick train services, operated by MTA, depart from Far Rockaway station.
Rockaway Beach to Merrick train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Merrick station.
The distance between Rockaway Beach and Merrick is 23.5 km. The road distance is 47 km.
You can take a subway from Beach 67 St to Merrick via Far Rockaway-Mott Av, Far Rockaway, and Jamaica in around 2h.