What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Valley Stream?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Valley Stream is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Valley Stream?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Valley Stream is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Valley Stream?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Valley Stream. However, there are services departing from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue and arriving at Central Av / Merrick via 158 St / Archer Bus Term. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Valley Stream?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Valley Stream. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Valley Stream?

The distance between Manhattan and Valley Stream is 17 miles. The road distance is 19.5 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Valley Stream without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Valley Stream without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Valley Stream?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Stream takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Valley Stream bus from?

Manhattan to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Valley Stream train from?

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

Train or bus from Manhattan to Valley Stream?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Valley Stream is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Manhattan to Valley Stream bus arrive?

Manhattan to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Sutphin Blvd/91 Av station.

Where does the Manhattan to Valley Stream train arrive?

Manhattan to Valley Stream train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Valley Stream station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Valley Stream?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Valley Stream is 19 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Manhattan to Valley Stream.

Where can I stay near Valley Stream?

There are 665+ hotels available in Valley Stream.

Manhattan to Valley Stream - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan to Valley Stream by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Streamtrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
36 min
$6–13
Drive 19.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Valley Streamcar 19.3 mi
32 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Sutphin Blvd/91 Avbus Q60
2. Take the bus from 158 St / Archer Bus Term to Central Av / Merrickbus n4 / ...
1h 56m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Valley Streamtaxi 19.3 mi
32 min
$75–95

Manhattan to Valley Stream by train

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Valley Stream, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Stream every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Central Av / Merrick via Sutphin Blvd/91 Av and 158 St / Archer Bus Term in around 1h 56m.

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