What is the cheapest way to get from Long Island to Riverhead?

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Riverhead is to bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Island to Riverhead?

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Riverhead is to train which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Long Island and Riverhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Long Island to Riverhead. However, there are services departing from NYS 25A/E Broadway and arriving at Northville Tpk/East Ave via Port Jefferson LIRR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Long Island and Riverhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ronkonkoma and arriving at Riverhead. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Long Island to Riverhead?

The distance between Long Island and Riverhead is 25 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Long Island to Riverhead without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Long Island to Riverhead?

The train from Ronkonkoma to Riverhead takes 44 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Long Island to Riverhead bus from?

Long Island to Riverhead bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, depart from Port Jefferson LIRR station.

Where do I catch the Long Island to Riverhead train from?

Long Island to Riverhead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Ronkonkoma station.

Train or bus from Long Island to Riverhead?

The best way to get from Long Island to Riverhead is to train which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Long Island to Riverhead bus arrive?

Long Island to Riverhead bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, arrive at Northville Tpk/East Ave station.

Where does the Long Island to Riverhead train arrive?

Long Island to Riverhead train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Riverhead station.

Can I drive from Long Island to Riverhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island to Riverhead is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Long Island to Riverhead.

Where can I stay near Riverhead?

There are 139+ hotels available in Riverhead.

Long Island to Riverhead - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Long Island to Riverhead 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 Ronkonkoma to Riverheadtrain Greenport Service
44 min
$7–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Jefferson LIRR to Northville Tpk/East Avebus 62
1h 55m
$5
Drive 73.6 mi
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Riverheadcar 73.6 mi
1h 37m
$14–20

Long Island to Riverhead by train

24Weekly Trains

44 minAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Long Island to Riverhead.

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Distance: 24.8 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA and Riverhead, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Ronkonkoma to Riverhead 3 times a day. Tickets cost $7–17 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, Suffolk County Transit operates a bus from Port Jefferson LIRR to Northville Tpk/East Ave hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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