What is the cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Elmhurst?

The cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Elmhurst?

The fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Elmhurst is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Valley Stream and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct bus from Valley Stream to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Benedict Av / Merrick and arriving at Metropolitan Av/71 Av via Jamaica Av/165 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Valley Stream and Elmhurst?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Valley Stream and arriving at Woodside. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Valley Stream to Elmhurst?

The distance between Valley Stream and Elmhurst is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Elmhurst without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Valley Stream to Elmhurst?

The train from Valley Stream to Woodside takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Elmhurst bus from?

Valley Stream to Elmhurst bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Benedict Av / Merrick station.

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Elmhurst train from?

Valley Stream to Elmhurst train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Valley Stream station.

Train or bus from Valley Stream to Elmhurst?

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Elmhurst is to train which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $10 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Valley Stream to Elmhurst bus arrive?

Valley Stream to Elmhurst bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Archer Av / 165 station.

Where does the Valley Stream to Elmhurst train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Valley Stream to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Valley Stream to Elmhurst is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Valley Stream to Elmhurst.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst?

There are 3299+ hotels available in Elmhurst.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Valley Stream to Elmhurst by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Woodsidetrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
25 min
$5–10
Drive 11.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Valley Stream to Elmhurstcar 11.5 mi
19 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Benedict Av / Merrick to Archer Av / 165bus n4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Jamaica Av/165 St to Metropolitan Av/71 Avbus Q54
1h 4m
$5–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Valley Stream to Elmhursttaxi 11.5 mi
19 min
$60–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av to Queens Blvd/Reeder Stbus Q60
1h 5m
$6–13

Valley Stream to Elmhurst by train

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Valley Stream, NY, USA and Elmhurst, Queens County, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Valley Stream to Woodside hourly. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Benedict Av / Merrick to Metropolitan Av/71 Av via Archer Av / 165 and Jamaica Av/165 St in around 1h 4m.

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