What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island is to train and ferry which costs $55 - $270 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs $75 - $550.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Block Island is 142 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 5h 41m and costs $85 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Block Island?

There are 20+ hotels available in Block Island.

Grand Central Terminal to Block Island - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Block Island by bus, ferry, train, or train (Amtrak)

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

Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from 40th & Lex to MontaukMontauk-Eastbound / ...
2. Take the ferry from Montauk to Block IslandMontauk-Block Island
5h 41m
$87–147
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haven
2. Take the train from New Haven to New London
3. Take the ferry from New London to Block Island
5h 55m
$59–270
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from New Rochelle Amtrak Station to Westerly Amtrak Station
5h 32m
$76–547

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Block Island, RI, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from New Rochelle Amtrak Station to Westerly Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $17–250 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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