What is the cheapest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream?

The cheapest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream?

The fastest way to get from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Rockefeller Center and Valley Stream?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream. However, there are services departing from Madison Av/E 49 St and arriving at Central Av / Merrick via 233 St / Merrick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Rockefeller Center and Valley Stream?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Valley Stream. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream?

The distance between Rockefeller Center and Valley Stream is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.2 miles.

How do I travel from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream without a car?

The best way to get from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs $6 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Stream takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream bus from?

Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 49 St station.

Where do I catch the Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream train from?

Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream?

The best way to get from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream is to train which takes 47 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream bus arrive?

Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Merrick Blvd/233 St station.

Where does the Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream train arrive?

Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Valley Stream station.

Can I drive from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream.

Where can I stay near Valley Stream?

There are 704+ hotels available in Valley Stream.

Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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 Grand Central Terminal to Valley StreamFar Rockaway Branch / ...
47 min
$6–13
Drive 19.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream19.1 mi
27 min
$4–5
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 5 Av/53 St to Jamaica Center-Parsons/ArcherE
2. Take the bus from 158 St / Archer Bus Term to Central Av / Merrickn4 / ...
1h 17m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 49 St to Merrick Blvd/233 StQm63
1h 42m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream19.1 mi
27 min
$100–130

Rockefeller Center to Valley Stream by foot and train

165Weekly Services

47 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.8 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Rockefeller Center, NY, USA and Valley Stream, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley Stream hourly. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 49 St to Merrick Blvd/233 St every 3 hours. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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