What is the cheapest way to get from Merrick to Stony Brook?

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Stony Brook is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrick to Stony Brook?

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Stony Brook is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Stony Brook?

No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Stony Brook. However, there are services departing from Merrick and arriving at Stony Brook via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Merrick to Stony Brook?

The distance between Merrick and Stony Brook is 59 miles. The road distance is 33.8 miles.

How do I travel from Merrick to Stony Brook without a car?

The best way to get from Merrick to Stony Brook without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $13 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Merrick to Stony Brook?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Merrick to Stony Brook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Stony Brook train from?

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

Train or bus from Merrick to Stony Brook?

The best way to get from Merrick to Stony Brook is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $13 - $35. Alternatively, you can line 4 bus, which costs $10 - $13 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Merrick to Stony Brook train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merrick to Stony Brook?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Stony Brook is 34 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Merrick to Stony Brook.

Where can I stay near Stony Brook?

There are 62+ hotels available in Stony Brook.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merrick to Stony Brook 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 Stony Brooktrain Port Jefferson Branch
2h 44m
$14–35
Drive 33.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrick to Stony Brookcar 33.6 mi
46 min
$7–9
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
3h 8m
$11–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Stony Brooktaxi 33.6 mi
46 min
$300–360
Line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Amityville LIRR to Smith Haven Mallbus 4
3h 15m
$10–13

Merrick to Stony Brook by train

52Weekly Trains

2h 44mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merrick to Stony Brook.

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Merrick, NY, USA and Stony Brook, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Merrick to Stony Brook via Jamaica in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, Suffolk County Transit operates a bus from Amityville LIRR to Smith Haven Mall hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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