What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island City to Merrick?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island City to Merrick is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island City to Merrick?

The fastest way to get from Long Island City to Merrick is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct train between Long Island City and Merrick?

No, there is no direct train from Long Island City to Merrick. However, there are services departing from Court Sq-23 St and arriving at Merrick via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Long Island City to Merrick?

The distance between Long Island City and Merrick is 24 miles. The road distance is 25.5 miles.

How do I travel from Long Island City to Merrick without a car?

The best way to get from Long Island City to Merrick without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 4m and costs $7 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Long Island City to Merrick?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Long Island City to Merrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Island City to Merrick train from?

Long Island City to Merrick train services, operated by MTA, depart from Court Sq-23 St station.

Where does the Long Island City to Merrick train arrive?

Long Island City to Merrick train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport station.

Can I drive from Long Island City to Merrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island City to Merrick is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Long Island City to Merrick.

Where can I stay near Merrick?

There are 243+ hotels available in Merrick.

Long Island City to Merrick - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Long Island City to Merrick by subway, 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.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Court Sq-23 St to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airportsubway E
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Merricktrain Babylon Branch
1h 4m
$8–14
Drive 25.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Long Island City to Merrickcar 25.3 mi
35 min
$5–7
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Queens Plaza South/28 St to Sutphin Blvd/91 Avbus Q60
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Merricktrain Babylon Branch
1h 47m
$8–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Long Island City to Merricktaxi 25.3 mi
35 min
$230–280

Long Island City to Merrick by subway and train

317Weekly Services

1h 4mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Long Island City to Merrick.

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Distance: 23.6 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Long Island City, NY, USA and Merrick, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Long Island City to Merrick. However, you can take the subway to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport, walk to Jamaica, then take the train to Merrick. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queens Plaza South/28 St to Merrick via Sutphin Blvd/91 Av and Jamaica in around 1h 47m.

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