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

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Manhattan is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Manhattan is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merrick and arriving at Penn Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Merrick to Manhattan?

The distance between Merrick and Manhattan is 26 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merrick to Manhattan without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs $8 - $17.

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

The train from Merrick to Penn Station takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Manhattan train from?

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

Where does the Merrick to Manhattan train arrive?

Merrick to Manhattan train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Penn Station.

Can I drive from Merrick to Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Manhattan is 28 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Merrick to Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Manhattan?

There are 3850+ hotels available in Manhattan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Merrick to Manhattan 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 Penn Stationtrain Babylon Branch
44 min
$8–17
Drive 27.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrick to Manhattancar 27.4 mi
43 min
$5–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaicatrain Babylon Branch
2. Take the bus from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av to East 60th Street & 2nd Avenuebus Q60
1h 51m
$8–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Manhattantaxi 27.4 mi
43 min
$240–300

Merrick to Manhattan by train

207Weekly Trains

44 minAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Merrick to Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–17 and the journey takes 44 min.

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