What is the cheapest way to get from Islip to Merrick?

The cheapest way to get from Islip to Merrick is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Islip to Merrick?

The fastest way to get from Islip to Merrick is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct train between Islip and Merrick?

No, there is no direct train from Islip to Merrick. However, there are services departing from Islip and arriving at Merrick via Babylon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Islip to Merrick?

The distance between Islip and Merrick is 19 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

How do I travel from Islip to Merrick without a car?

The best way to get from Islip to Merrick without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $5 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Islip to Merrick?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Islip to Merrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Islip to Merrick train from?

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

Where does the Islip to Merrick train arrive?

Islip to Merrick train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Babylon station.

Can I drive from Islip to Merrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Islip to Merrick is 20 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Islip to Merrick.

Where can I stay near Merrick?

There are 217+ hotels available in Merrick.

Islip to Merrick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Islip to Merrick 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
best
1. Take the train from Islip to BabylonMontauk Branch
2. Take the train from Babylon to MerrickBabylon Branch
59 min
$6–14
Drive 19.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Islip to Merrick19.6 mi
27 min
$4–6
Line 2 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Islip Town Hall to Babylon LIRR2
2. Take the train from Babylon to MerrickBabylon Branch
1h 15m
$7–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Islip to Merrick19.6 mi
27 min
$180–220

Islip to Merrick by train

154Weekly Trains

59 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.7 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Islip, NY, USA and Merrick, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Islip to Merrick via Babylon in around 59 min.

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