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

The cheapest way to get from Riverhead to Wantagh is to bus and line 4 bus which costs $9 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverhead to Wantagh is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Riverhead and Wantagh?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverhead to Wantagh. However, there are services departing from Riverhead LIRR and arriving at Jerusalem Ave + Daffodil La via Brentwood LIRR and Amityville Sta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Riverhead and Wantagh?

No, there is no direct train from Riverhead to Wantagh. However, there are services departing from Riverhead and arriving at Wantagh via Ronkonkoma and Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Riverhead to Wantagh?

The distance between Riverhead and Wantagh is 81 miles. The road distance is 50.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverhead to Wantagh without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs $18 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Riverhead to Wantagh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverhead to Wantagh bus from?

Riverhead to Wantagh bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, depart from Riverhead LIRR station.

Where do I catch the Riverhead to Wantagh train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverhead to Wantagh?

The best way to get from Riverhead to Wantagh is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs $18 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus, which costs $9 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Riverhead to Wantagh bus arrive?

Riverhead to Wantagh bus services, operated by Suffolk County Transit, arrive at Brentwood LIRR station.

Where does the Riverhead to Wantagh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverhead to Wantagh?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverhead to Wantagh is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Riverhead to Wantagh.

Where can I stay near Wantagh?

There are 224+ hotels available in Wantagh.

Riverhead to Wantagh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 4 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Riverhead to Wantagh 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 Ronkonkoma
2. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to Jamaica
3. Take the train from Jamaica to Wantagh
2h 29m
$19–47
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 48m
$8
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Riverhead LIRR to Patchogue LIRR66
2. Take the train from Patchogue to BabylonMontauk Branch
2h 36m
$10–21
Drive 50.5 mi
1. Drive from Riverhead to Wantagh50.5 mi
1h 2m
$10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverhead LIRR to Patchogue LIRR66
2. Take the bus from Patchogue LIRR to Amityville LIRR2
3h 57m
$8

Riverhead to Wantagh by train

58Weekly Trains

2h 29mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Riverhead to Wantagh.

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Distance: 80.9 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Riverhead to Wantagh via Ronkonkoma and Jamaica in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riverhead LIRR to Jerusalem Ave + Daffodil La via Brentwood LIRR, Amityville LIRR, and Amityville Sta in around 3h 48m.

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