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

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Ridgewood is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Ridgewood is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Ridgewood?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merrick and arriving at East New York. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Merrick to Ridgewood?

The distance between Merrick and Ridgewood is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merrick to Ridgewood without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs $7 - $14.

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

The train from Merrick to East New York takes 35 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Ridgewood train from?

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

Where does the Merrick to Ridgewood train arrive?

Merrick to Ridgewood train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at East New York station.

Can I drive from Merrick to Ridgewood?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Ridgewood is 20 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Merrick to Ridgewood.

Where can I stay near Ridgewood?

There are 3489+ hotels available in Ridgewood.

Merrick to Ridgewood - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Merrick to Ridgewood by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merrick to East New Yorktrain Babylon Branch
35 min
$7–14
Drive 20.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrick to Ridgewoodcar 20.1 mi
30 min
$4–6
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaicatrain Babylon Branch
2. Take the bus from Jamaica Av/146 St to Metropolitan Av/Fresh Pond Rdbus Q54
1h 8m
$9–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Ridgewoodtaxi 20.1 mi
30 min
$180–220
Train via Jamaica
1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaicatrain Babylon Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to East New Yorktrain City Terminal Zone / ...
41 min
$7–14
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaicatrain Babylon Branch
2. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Halsey Stsubway J
56 min
$9–14

Merrick to Ridgewood by train and bus

310Weekly Services

1h 8mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Merrick to East New York 5 times a week. Tickets cost $7–14 and the journey takes 35 min.

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