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

The cheapest way to get from Riverhead to Merrick is to bus and line 4 bus which costs $9 - $13 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverhead to Merrick is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct train between Riverhead and Merrick?

No, there is no direct train from Riverhead to Merrick. However, there are services departing from Riverhead and arriving at Merrick via Ronkonkoma and Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Riverhead to Merrick?

The distance between Riverhead and Merrick is 79 miles. The road distance is 52.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverhead to Merrick without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs $18 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Riverhead to Merrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverhead to Merrick train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverhead to Merrick?

The best way to get from Riverhead to Merrick is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs $18 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs $10 - $16 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Riverhead to Merrick train arrive?

Riverhead to Merrick train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Ronkonkoma station.

Can I drive from Riverhead to Merrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverhead to Merrick is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Riverhead to Merrick.

Where can I stay near Merrick?

There are 163+ hotels available in Merrick.

Riverhead to Merrick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Riverhead to Merrick by train, bus, 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 Riverhead to RonkonkomaGreenport Service
2. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to JamaicaRonkonkoma Branch
2h 40m
$19–45
Bus, line 4 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Riverhead LIRR to Brentwood LIRR58
2. Take the bus from Brentwood LIRR to Amityville LIRR4
3h 42m
$9–12
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Riverhead LIRR to Patchogue LIRR66
2. Take the train from Patchogue to BabylonMontauk Branch
3h 9m
$10–22
Drive 52 mi
1. Drive from Riverhead to Merrick52 mi
1h 5m
$10–14
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Riverhead LIRR to Patchogue LIRR66
2. Take the bus from Patchogue LIRR to Babylon LIRR2
3h 35m
$10–15

Riverhead to Merrick by train

29Weekly Trains

2h 40mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 78.6 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Riverhead to Merrick via Ronkonkoma and Jamaica in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riverhead LIRR to Merrick via Patchogue LIRR, Babylon LIRR, and Babylon in around 3h 35m.

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