What is the cheapest way to get from Bay Shore to Merrick?

The cheapest way to get from Bay Shore to Merrick is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bay Shore to Merrick?

The fastest way to get from Bay Shore to Merrick is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $160 - $200.

Is there a direct train between Bay Shore and Merrick?

No, there is no direct train from Bay Shore to Merrick. However, there are services departing from Bay Shore and arriving at Merrick via Babylon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Bay Shore to Merrick?

The distance between Bay Shore and Merrick is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

How do I travel from Bay Shore to Merrick without a car?

The best way to get from Bay Shore to Merrick without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs $4 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Bay Shore to Merrick?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Bay Shore to Merrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bay Shore to Merrick train from?

Bay Shore to Merrick train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Babylon station.

Where does the Bay Shore to Merrick train arrive?

Bay Shore to Merrick train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Merrick station.

Can I drive from Bay Shore to Merrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Bay Shore to Merrick is 18 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Bay Shore to Merrick.

Where can I stay near Merrick?

There are 225+ hotels available in Merrick.

Bay Shore to Merrick - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and line 2 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Bay Shore to Merrick by train, taxi, car, or bus

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Babylon to MerrickBabylon Branch
44 min
$5–12
Drive 17.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bay Shore to Merrick17.6 mi
24 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bay Shore to Merrick17.6 mi
24 min
$160–200
Line 2 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Third Ave/Mechanicsville Rd to Babylon LIRR2
2. Take the train from Babylon to MerrickBabylon Branch
59 min
$7–12

Bay Shore to Merrick by train

308Weekly Trains

44 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bay Shore to Merrick.

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Distance: 16.1 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Bay Shore, NY, USA and Merrick, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Babylon to Merrick every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 28 min.

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