What is the cheapest way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island?

The cheapest way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island is to line 182 bus and bus which costs $22 - $30 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island?

The fastest way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island?

The distance between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Long Island is 185 miles. The road distance is 163 miles.

Train or bus from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island?

The best way to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs $29 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $27 - $95 and takes 5h 8m.

Can I drive from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island.

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island

Q: How long does it take to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island, including transfers.

There are 5 ways to get from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Albany to New YorkAdt 287 / ...
4h 47m
$30–112
Line 182 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Congress Station- 3rd St & Congress St to Washington Ave & S. Swan St182 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albany, NY - 1245 Central Ave to New York, NY - ChinatownNyc / ...
6h 31m
$23–30
Train
1. Take the train from Albany to New York Penn StationVIA Rail
5h 8m
$28–94
Drive 162 mi
1. Drive from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Brooklyn162 mi
3h 9m
$30–43
Line 370 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Riverfront Station - New 3rd St & Front St to Rt 7 & Ronald Dr
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)ALB - LGA
3h 16m
$232–604

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to Long Island by foot, bus, and subway

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.5 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY, USA and Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

Trailways operates a bus from Albany to New York every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–110 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, VIA Rail operates a train from Albany to New York Penn Station once daily. Tickets cost $26–90 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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