What is the cheapest way to get from Greenpoint to Beacon?

The cheapest way to get from Greenpoint to Beacon is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenpoint to Beacon?

The fastest way to get from Greenpoint to Beacon is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Greenpoint and Beacon?

No, there is no direct train from Greenpoint to Beacon. However, there are services departing from Nassau Av and arriving at Beacon via Queensboro Plaza and Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Greenpoint to Beacon?

The distance between Greenpoint and Beacon is 64 miles. The road distance is 66.2 miles.

How do I travel from Greenpoint to Beacon without a car?

The best way to get from Greenpoint to Beacon without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $20 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Greenpoint to Beacon?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Greenpoint to Beacon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenpoint to Beacon train from?

Greenpoint to Beacon train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Greenpoint to Beacon?

The best way to get from Greenpoint to Beacon is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $20 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $75 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Greenpoint to Beacon train arrive?

Greenpoint to Beacon train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Beacon station.

Can I drive from Greenpoint to Beacon?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenpoint to Beacon is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Greenpoint to Beacon.

Where can I stay near Beacon?

There are 104+ hotels available in Beacon.

Greenpoint to Beacon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Greenpoint to Beacon by train, bus, 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 Grand Central Terminal to Beacontrain Hudson
2h 15m
$21–30
Drive 65.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenpoint to Beaconcar 65.8 mi
1h 29m
$12–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Centerbus ShortLine Hudson
4h 7m
$27–71

Greenpoint to Beacon by subway, foot, and train

196Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Greenpoint to Beacon.

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Distance: 63.2 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Greenpoint, NY, USA and Beacon, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Beacon hourly. Tickets cost $15–24 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, Shortline Bus operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center every 3 hours. Tickets cost $21–40 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Trailways also services this route once daily.

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