What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Brightwaters?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Brightwaters is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Brightwaters?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Brightwaters is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Brightwaters?

No, there is no direct train from Manhattan to Brightwaters. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Bay Shore via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Brightwaters?

The distance between Manhattan and Brightwaters is 42 miles. The road distance is 43.4 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Brightwaters without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Brightwaters without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $10 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Brightwaters?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Manhattan to Brightwaters, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Brightwaters train from?

Manhattan to Brightwaters train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Where does the Manhattan to Brightwaters train arrive?

Manhattan to Brightwaters train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Brightwaters?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Brightwaters is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Manhattan to Brightwaters.

Where can I stay near Brightwaters?

There are 130+ hotels available in Brightwaters.

Manhattan to Brightwaters - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan to Brightwaters 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 Grand Central Terminal to Jamaicatrain Hempstead Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Bay Shoretrain Montauk Branch
2h 4m
$11–26
Drive 43.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Brightwaterscar 43.1 mi
1h 3m
$8–12
Bus, train via Jamaica
1. Take the bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Sutphin Blvd/91 Avbus Q60
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Bay Shoretrain Montauk Branch
2h 55m
$11–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Brightwaterstaxi 43.1 mi
1h 3m
$170–210
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Columbus Av/W 84 St to 7 Av/W 34 Stbus M7
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Babylontrain Babylon Branch / ...
2h 42m
$16–34

Manhattan to Brightwaters by train

77Weekly Trains

2h 4mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 41.6 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Brightwaters, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Grand Central Terminal to Bay Shore via Jamaica in around 2h 4m.

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