What is the cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $90 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Valley Stream and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Benedict Av / Merrick and arriving at Allen St/Delancey St via Jamaica Av/165 St and Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Valley Stream and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct train from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Valley Stream and arriving at Spring St via Grand Central-42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Valley Stream and Lower Manhattan is 20 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan without a car is to train and line 6 subway which takes 48 min and costs $9 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan?

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan train from?

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

Where does the Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3700+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan by train, subway, 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, line 6 subway
best
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Grand Central TerminalFar Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to Spring St4 / ...
48 min
$9–15
Drive 16.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan16.8 mi
28 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Benedict Av / Merrick to Archer Av / 165n4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Jamaica Av/165 St to Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Bay 3Q54
2h 27m
$5–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan16.8 mi
28 min
$90–110
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to JamaicaFar Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to BoweryJ / ...
1h 5m
$7–9

Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan by train and subway

353Weekly Services

48 minAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Valley Stream to Lower Manhattan.

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Distance: 19.7 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Valley Stream, NY, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Benedict Av / Merrick to Allen St/Delancey St via Archer Av / 165, Jamaica Av/165 St, and Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 1 in around 2h 27m.

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