What is the cheapest way to get from Merrick to Valley Stream?

The cheapest way to get from Merrick to Valley Stream is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrick to Valley Stream?

The fastest way to get from Merrick to Valley Stream is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $85 - $110.

Is there a direct train between Merrick and Valley Stream?

No, there is no direct train from Merrick to Valley Stream. However, there are services departing from Merrick and arriving at Valley Stream via Lynbrook. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Merrick to Valley Stream?

The distance between Merrick and Valley Stream is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

How do I travel from Merrick to Valley Stream without a car?

The best way to get from Merrick to Valley Stream without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Merrick to Valley Stream?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Merrick to Valley Stream, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrick to Valley Stream train from?

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

Train or bus from Merrick to Valley Stream?

The best way to get from Merrick to Valley Stream is to train which takes 39 min and costs $5 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $8 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Merrick to Valley Stream train arrive?

Merrick to Valley Stream train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Lynbrook station.

Can I drive from Merrick to Valley Stream?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrick to Valley Stream is 9 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Merrick to Valley Stream.

Where can I stay near Valley Stream?

There are 673+ hotels available in Valley Stream.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Merrick to Valley Stream by train, bus, taxi, or car

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 LynbrookBabylon Branch
2. Take the train from Lynbrook to Valley StreamLong Beach Branch
39 min
$5–8
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merrick to Valley Stream8.9 mi
12 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Freeport Sta / South Bay 1 to Benedict Av / Merrickn4 / ...
46 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merrick to Valley Stream8.9 mi
12 min
$85–110

Merrick to Valley Stream by train

152Weekly Trains

39 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Merrick, NY, USA and Valley Stream, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Merrick to Valley Stream via Lynbrook in around 39 min. Alternatively, Nassau Inter-County Express operates a bus from Freeport Sta / South Bay 1 to Benedict Av / Merrick every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 35 min.

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