What is the cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Islip?

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Islip is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Islip?

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Islip is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and Islip?

No, there is no direct train from Empire State Building station to Islip. However, there are services departing from New York Penn Station and arriving at Islip via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Empire State Building to Islip?

The distance between Empire State Building and Islip is 48 miles. The road distance is 45.4 miles.

How do I travel from Empire State Building to Islip without a car?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Islip without a car is to train and line 2 bus which takes 2h 16m and costs $13 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Empire State Building to Islip?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Empire State Building to Islip, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Islip train from?

Empire State Building to Islip train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from New York Penn Station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Islip train arrive?

Empire State Building to Islip train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Empire State Building to Islip?

Yes, the driving distance between Empire State Building to Islip is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Empire State Building to Islip.

Where can I stay near Islip?

There are 106+ hotels available in Islip.

Empire State Building to Islip - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Empire State Building to Islip by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to BabylonBabylon Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from Babylon LIRR to Islip Town Hall2
2h 16m
$13–26
Drive 45.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Empire State Building to Islip45.2 mi
1h 1m
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to Islip45.2 mi
1h 1m
$170–220
Train
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to JamaicaLong Beach Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to IslipMontauk Branch
2h 19m
$11–27

Empire State Building to Islip by foot, train, and bus

186Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Empire State Building to Islip.

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Distance: 47.8 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Empire State Building, NY, USA and Islip, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Empire State Building to Islip via New York Penn Station and Jamaica in around 2h 19m.

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