What is the cheapest way to get from Paramus to Block Island?

The cheapest way to get from Paramus to Block Island is to bus and train and ferry via New Haven which costs $60 - $310 and takes 7h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paramus to Block Island?

The fastest way to get from Paramus to Block Island is to bus and train which takes 6h 20m and costs $80 - $600.

How far is it from Paramus to Block Island?

The distance between Paramus and Block Island is 214 miles.

How do I travel from Paramus to Block Island without a car?

The best way to get from Paramus to Block Island without a car is to bus and train and ferry which takes 6h 42m and costs $60 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Paramus to Block Island?

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Paramus to Block Island, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Block Island?

There are 20+ hotels available in Block Island.

Paramus to Block Island - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Paramus to Block Island by bus, train, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Rt 17 & Midland Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminal
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to New London
3. Take the ferry from New London to Block Island
6h 42m
$63–303
Bus, train, ferry via Paramus Park Mall
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paramus Park Mall to Port Authority Bus Terminal168
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to New London
3. Take the ferry from New London to Block Island
7h 52m
$60–312
Bus, train, ferry via New Haven
1. Take the bus from Rt 17 & Midland Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to New Haven Union Station
3. Take the train from New Haven to New London
4. Take the ferry from New London to Block Island
7h 12m
$63–303
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rt 17 & Midland Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminal
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Westerly Amtrak Station
6h 20m
$84–560
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Rt 17 & Midland Ave to Port Authority Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from 40th & Lex to Montauk
3. Take the ferry from Montauk to Block Island
7h 23m
$100–176

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 213.2 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Paramus, NJ, USA and Block Island, RI, USA?

There is no direct connection from Paramus to Block Island. However, you can take the bus to Port Authority Bus Terminal, walk to 42 St-Times Square, take the line 1 subway to 34 St-Penn Station, walk to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, take the train to New London, walk to New London, then take the ferry to Block Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rt 17 & Midland Ave to Block Island via Port Authority Bus Terminal, New Haven Union Station, New Haven, New London, and New London in around 7h 12m.

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