What is the cheapest way to get from Rockaway Beach to Merrick?

The cheapest way to get from Rockaway Beach to Merrick is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockaway Beach to Merrick?

The fastest way to get from Rockaway Beach to Merrick is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $140 - $180.

Is there a direct train between Rockaway Beach and Merrick?

No, there is no direct train from Rockaway Beach to Merrick. However, there are services departing from Beach 90 St and arriving at Merrick via Broad Channel, Howard Beach, Terminal 7 and Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Rockaway Beach to Merrick?

The distance between Rockaway Beach and Merrick is 30 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

How do I travel from Rockaway Beach to Merrick without a car?

The best way to get from Rockaway Beach to Merrick without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 24m and costs $25 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Rockaway Beach to Merrick?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Rockaway Beach to Merrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockaway Beach to Merrick train from?

Rockaway Beach to Merrick train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, depart from Howard Beach station.

Where does the Rockaway Beach to Merrick train arrive?

Rockaway Beach to Merrick train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, arrive at Terminal 7 station.

Can I drive from Rockaway Beach to Merrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockaway Beach to Merrick is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Rockaway Beach to Merrick.

Where can I stay near Merrick?

There are 234+ hotels available in Merrick.

Rockaway Beach to Merrick - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Rockaway Beach to Merrick by tram, 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.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Howard Beach to Terminal 7tram AirTrain
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Merricktrain Babylon Branch
1h 24m
$26–32
Drive 15.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rockaway Beach to Merrickcar 15.8 mi
26 min
$3–5
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 84 St to Cross Bay Blvd/157 Avbus
2. Take the bus from 157 Av/Cross Bay Blvd to Sutphin Blvd/Archer Avbus Q41
3. Take the train from Jamaica to Merricktrain
1h 58m
$10–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockaway Beach to Merricktaxi 15.8 mi
26 min
$140–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 84 St to Beach 21 St/Mott Avbus Q22
2. Take the bus from Mott Av / Central to (arr.) Hemp TC / Eastbus n32 / ...
3. Take the bus from Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 1-5 to Freeport Sta / Northbus n40 / ...
2h 36m
$11–18

Rockaway Beach to Merrick by subway, tram, and train

317Weekly Services

1h 24mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 29.4 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Rockaway Beach, NY, USA and Merrick, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 84 St to Merrick via Beach 21 St/Mott Av, Mott Av / Central, Hemp Trans Ctr / Bays 1-5, Freeport Sta / North, and Freeport in around 2h 36m.

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