Rome2Rio

How to get fromMerrick to Elmhurstby train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

Find Transport to Elmhurst

See all options

There are 5 ways to get from Merrick to Elmhurst by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Merrick to Forest Hillstrain train Babylon Branch
    35 min
    $6–13

  2. Drive  19.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Merrick to Elmhurstcar car 19.8 mi
    30 min
    $4–6

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaicatrain train Babylon Branch
    2. Take the bus from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av to Queens Blvd/Reeder Stbus bus Q60
    1h 14m
    $9–19

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Elmhursttaxi taxi 19.8 mi
    30 min
    $180–220

  5. Train, subway

    1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaicatrain train Babylon Branch
    2. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Grand Av-Newtownsubway subway E
    1h 9m
    $9–14

Merrick to Elmhurst by train

Calendar121Weekly Trains
Duration35 minAverage Duration
Ticket$6Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Merrick to Elmhurst.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 17.9 mi
  • Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Merrick, NY, USA and Elmhurst, Queens County, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Merrick to Forest Hills hourly. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 35 min.

Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Getting to Milan from the airport, South Korea: Travelling from Seoul to Busan , and Train travel in Spain: A guide to Renfe - to help you get the most out of your next trip.