What is the cheapest way to get from Times Square to Valley Stream?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Times Square to Valley Stream?

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

Is there a direct bus between Times Square and Valley Stream?

No, there is no direct bus from Times Square to Valley Stream. However, there are services departing from Madison Av/E 40 St and arriving at Central Av / Merrick via 233 St / Merrick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Times Square and Valley Stream?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New York Penn Station station and arriving at Valley Stream. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Times Square to Valley Stream?

The distance between Times Square and Valley Stream is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.2 miles.

How do I travel from Times Square to Valley Stream without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square to Valley Stream without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Times Square to Valley Stream?

The train from Penn Station to Valley Stream takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Times Square to Valley Stream bus from?

Times Square to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA, depart from Madison Av/E 40 St station.

Where do I catch the Times Square to Valley Stream train from?

Times Square to Valley Stream train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from Times Square to Valley Stream?

The best way to get from Times Square to Valley Stream is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Times Square to Valley Stream bus arrive?

Times Square to Valley Stream bus services, operated by MTA, arrive at Merrick Blvd/233 St station.

Where does the Times Square to Valley Stream train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Times Square to Valley Stream?

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

Where can I stay near Valley Stream?

There are 673+ hotels available in Valley Stream.

Times Square to Valley Stream - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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 New York Penn Station to Valley StreamLong Beach Branch / ...
36 min
$6–13
Drive 19.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Times Square to Valley Stream19.1 mi
27 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 40 St to Merrick Blvd/233 StQm63
1h 41m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Times Square to Valley Stream19.1 mi
27 min
$100–130
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Jamaica Center-Parsons/ArcherE
2. Take the bus from 158 St / Archer Bus Term to Central Av / Merrickn4 / ...
1h 16m
$6

Times Square to Valley Stream by train

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Distance: 17.5 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Times Square, NY, USA and Valley Stream, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from New York Penn Station to Valley Stream hourly. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a bus from Madison Av/E 40 St to Merrick Blvd/233 St every 3 hours. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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