What is the cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick?

The cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick?

The fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $120 - $150.

Is there a direct train between Far Rockaway and Merrick?

No, there is no direct train from Far Rockaway to Merrick. However, there are services departing from Far Rockaway and arriving at Merrick via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Far Rockaway to Merrick?

The distance between Far Rockaway and Merrick is 26 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

How do I travel from Far Rockaway to Merrick without a car?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $7 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Merrick train from?

Far Rockaway to Merrick train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Far Rockaway station.

Train or bus from Far Rockaway to Merrick?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $7 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $11 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Merrick train arrive?

Far Rockaway to Merrick train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Far Rockaway to Merrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Far Rockaway to Merrick is 13 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Far Rockaway to Merrick.

Where can I stay near Merrick?

There are 243+ hotels available in Merrick.

Far Rockaway to Merrick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Far Rockaway to Merrick by train, bus, taxi, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Far Rockaway to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Merricktrain Babylon Branch
1h 15m
$8–17
Drive 12.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Far Rockaway to Merrickcar 12.6 mi
18 min
$3–4
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mott Av /Redfern Av to Hillside Av/153 Stbus Q114
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Merricktrain Babylon Branch
1h 47m
$8–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Far Rockaway to Merricktaxi 12.6 mi
18 min
$120–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mott Av / Central to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n32 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 1-5 to Freeport Sta / Northbus n40 / ...
2h 1m
$8–11

Far Rockaway to Merrick by train

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Distance: 26 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Far Rockaway, NY, USA and Merrick, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Far Rockaway to Merrick via Jamaica in around 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mott Av / Central to Merrick via Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 1-5, Freeport Sta / North, and Freeport in around 2h 1m.

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