What is the cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Long Island?

The cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Long Island is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Long Island?

The fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Long Island is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Valley Stream and Long Island?

No, there is no direct train from Valley Stream to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Valley Stream and arriving at Ronkonkoma via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Valley Stream to Long Island?

The distance between Valley Stream and Long Island is 46 miles. The road distance is 13.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Long Island without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $11 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Valley Stream to Long Island?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Valley Stream to Long Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Long Island train from?

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

Where does the Valley Stream to Long Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Valley Stream to Long Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Valley Stream to Long Island is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Valley Stream to Long Island.

Where can I stay near Long Island?

There are 93+ hotels available in Long Island.

Valley Stream to Long Island - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Valley Stream to Long Island by train, 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 Jamaica to Ronkonkomatrain Ronkonkoma Branch
1h 20m
$12–28
Drive 13.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Valley Stream to Brooklyncar 13.4 mi
19 min
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Valley Stream to Brooklyntaxi 13.4 mi
19 min
$50–65

Valley Stream to Long Island by train

703Weekly Trains

1h 20mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Valley Stream to Long Island.

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Distance: 45.5 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Valley Stream, NY, USA and Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to Ronkonkoma every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $8–21 and the journey takes 59 min.

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