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

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Smithtown is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Smithtown is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Smithtown?

No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Smithtown. However, there are services departing from Merrick and arriving at Smithtown via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Merrick to Smithtown?

The distance between Merrick and Smithtown is 53 miles. The road distance is 27.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merrick to Smithtown without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $13 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Merrick to Smithtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Smithtown train from?

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

Train or bus from Merrick to Smithtown?

The best way to get from Merrick to Smithtown is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $13 - $35. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus and line 5 bus, which costs $10 - $13 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Merrick to Smithtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merrick to Smithtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Smithtown is 28 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Merrick to Smithtown.

Where can I stay near Smithtown?

There are 133+ hotels available in Smithtown.

Merrick to Smithtown - 5 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Merrick to Smithtown 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 Smithtowntrain Port Jefferson Branch
2h 16m
$13–31
Drive 27.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrick to Smithtowncar 27.5 mi
35 min
$5–8
Train, line 5 bus
1. Take the train from Merrick to Babylontrain Babylon Branch
2. Take the bus from Babylon LIRR to W Main St/New York Avebus 5
2h 17m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Smithtowntaxi 27.5 mi
35 min
$240–300
Line 4 bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Amityville LIRR to Brentwood LIRRbus 4
2. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to W Main St/New York Avebus 5
2h 40m
$10–13

Merrick to Smithtown by train

104Weekly Trains

2h 16mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merrick to Smithtown.

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Distance: 52.4 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Merrick to Smithtown via Jamaica in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merrick to W Main St/New York Ave via Amityville, Amityville LIRR, and Brentwood LIRR in around 2h 40m.

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