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

The cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Ridgewood is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Ridgewood is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Valley Stream and Ridgewood?

No, there is no direct bus from Valley Stream to Ridgewood. However, there are services departing from Benedict Av / Merrick and arriving at Metropolitan Av/Fresh Pond Rd via Jamaica Av/165 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Valley Stream and Ridgewood?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Valley Stream and arriving at East New York. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Valley Stream to Ridgewood?

The distance between Valley Stream and Ridgewood is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Ridgewood without a car is to train via Jamaica which takes 23 min and costs $4 - $10.

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

It takes approximately 23 min to get from Valley Stream to Ridgewood, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Valley Stream to Ridgewood?

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Ridgewood is to train via Jamaica which takes 23 min and costs $4 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $11 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Valley Stream to Ridgewood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Valley Stream to Ridgewood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Valley Stream to Ridgewood?

Yes, the driving distance between Valley Stream to Ridgewood is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Valley Stream to Ridgewood.

Where can I stay near Ridgewood?

There are 3609+ hotels available in Ridgewood.

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There are 6 ways to get from Valley Stream to Ridgewood by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train via Jamaica
best
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Jamaicatrain Long Beach Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to East New Yorktrain City Terminal Zone / ...
23 min
$5–10
Drive 11.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Valley Stream to Ridgewoodcar 11.8 mi
18 min
$2–3
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/Fresh Pond Rdbus Q54
1h 28m
$6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Valley Stream to Ridgewoodtaxi 11.8 mi
18 min
$45–60
Train
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to East New Yorktrain Long Beach Branch / ...
24 min
$5–10
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Forest Hillstrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the subway from Forest Hills-71 Av to Seneca Avsubway M
1h 37m
$8–11

Valley Stream to Ridgewood by train

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Distance: 11.5 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

You can take a train from Valley Stream to East New York via Jamaica in around 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Benedict Av / Merrick to Metropolitan Av/Fresh Pond Rd via Archer Av / 165 and Jamaica Av/165 St in around 1h 28m.

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