What is the cheapest way to get from Cape May to Riverhead?

The cheapest way to get from Cape May to Riverhead is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape May to Riverhead?

The fastest way to get from Cape May to Riverhead is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Cape May and Riverhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cape May to Riverhead. However, there are services departing from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street and arriving at E Main St/Benjamin Pl via Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal, West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue, 41st St bet 3rd & Lex and NYS 25/Edgar Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Cape May to Riverhead?

The distance between Cape May and Riverhead is 270 miles. The road distance is 223.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cape May to Riverhead without a car?

The best way to get from Cape May to Riverhead without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 27m and costs $35 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Cape May to Riverhead?

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Cape May to Riverhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cape May to Riverhead bus from?

Cape May to Riverhead bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street station.

Where does the Cape May to Riverhead bus arrive?

Cape May to Riverhead bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Cape May to Riverhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape May to Riverhead is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Cape May to Riverhead.

Where can I stay near Riverhead?

There are 137+ hotels available in Riverhead.

Cape May to Riverhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cape May to Riverhead by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Jfk Blvd At 30Th St316 / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Brentwood
4. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to Riverhead LIRR58
8h 27m
$38–665
Bus, train via Atlantic City
1. Take the bus from Rt-47 At 2Nd St to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal552
2. Take the train from Atlantic City to 30th Street Station
3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
4. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Ronkonkoma
8h 55m
$68–724
Drive 221.8 mi
1. Drive from Cape May to Riverhead221.8 mi
4h 36m
$41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal552
2. Take the bus from Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal319
3. Take the bus from 41st St bet 3rd & Lex to Aquebogue
8h 53m
$60–168
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal552
2. Take the bus from Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal319
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Brentwood
4. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to Riverhead LIRR58
9h 3m
$40–112

Cape May to Riverhead by bus and train

70Weekly Services

8h 27mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.8 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

What companies run services between Cape May, NJ, USA and Riverhead, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street to E Main St/Benjamin Pl via Arrival Area Inside Ac Bus Terminal, Gate #3 Inside Ac Bus Terminal, Port Authority Bus Terminal, West 42nd Street & 8th Avenue, E 42 St/Lexington Av, 41st St bet 3rd & Lex, Aquebogue, and NYS 25/Edgar Ave in around 8h 53m.

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