What is the cheapest way to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach?

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $140 - $180.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Rockaway Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Rockaway Beach. However, there are services departing from Merrick and arriving at Beach 67 St via Jamaica and Far Rockaway-Mott Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Merrick to Rockaway Beach?

The distance between Merrick and Rockaway Beach is 17 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

How do I travel from Merrick to Rockaway Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach without a car is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs $9 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Rockaway Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Merrick to Rockaway Beach?

The best way to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs $9 - $17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $20 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Merrick to Rockaway Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merrick to Rockaway Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Rockaway Beach is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Merrick to Rockaway Beach.

Where can I stay near Rockaway Beach?

There are 1561+ hotels available in Rockaway Beach.

Merrick to Rockaway Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach by bus, train, taxi, car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Broadway & Sunrise Hwy. to Plainview Av / B 20bus n32 / ...
2. Take the bus from Beach 20 St/Plainview Av to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 84 Stbus Q22
1h 35m
$9–17
Drive 15.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrick to Rockaway Beachcar 15.9 mi
26 min
$3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaicatrain Babylon Branch
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Far Rockawaytrain Far Rockaway Branch
1h 38m
$11–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Rockaway Beachtaxi 15.9 mi
26 min
$140–180
Train, bus, subway
1. Take the train from Merrick to Jamaicatrain
2. Take the bus from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av to Cross Bay Blvd/Liberty Avbus Q41
3. Take the subway from Rockaway Blvd to Beach 90 Stsubway A / ...
2h 1m
$11–21

Merrick to Rockaway Beach by train and bus

264Weekly Services

1h 35mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merrick to Rockaway Beach.

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Distance: 16.7 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Merrick, NY, USA and Rockaway Beach, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Merrick to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 84 St via Lynbrook, Broadway & Sunrise Hwy., and Beach 20 St/Plainview Av in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merrick to Beach 67 St via Jamaica, Far Rockaway, and Far Rockaway-Mott Av in around 1h 38m.

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