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

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Central Islip is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Central Islip is to drive which takes 29 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Central Islip?

No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Central Islip. However, there are services departing from Merrick and arriving at Central Islip via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Merrick to Central Islip?

The distance between Merrick and Central Islip is 49 miles. The road distance is 23.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merrick to Central Islip without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs $12 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Merrick to Central Islip, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Central Islip train from?

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

Train or bus from Merrick to Central Islip?

The best way to get from Merrick to Central Islip is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs $12 - $30. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus, which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Merrick to Central Islip train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merrick to Central Islip?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Central Islip is 24 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Merrick to Central Islip.

Where can I stay near Central Islip?

There are 107+ hotels available in Central Islip.

Merrick to Central Islip - 4 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Merrick to Central Islip 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 Merrick to Jamaicatrain Babylon Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Central Isliptrain Ronkonkoma Branch
1h 31m
$13–30
Drive 23.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrick to Central Islipcar 23.5 mi
29 min
$5–7
Line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Amityville LIRR to E Suffolk Ave/Carleton Avebus 4
1h 54m
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Central Isliptaxi 23.5 mi
29 min
$210–260

Merrick to Central Islip by train

339Weekly Trains

1h 31mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merrick to Central Islip.

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Distance: 48.9 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a train from Merrick to Central Islip via Jamaica in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, Suffolk County Transit operates a bus from Amityville LIRR to E Suffolk Ave/Carleton Ave hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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