How to get from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal by bus and train?

Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal - Bus Schedule

The 51 bus from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 30 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 48 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal by bus and train

To get from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 51 bus from Nicolls Rd/Sycamore Dr station to Ronkonkoma LIRR station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RONKONKOMA BRANCH train and finally take the HEMPSTEAD BRANCH train from Jamaica station to Grand Central Madison station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 48 min. The ride fare is $23.50. The bus and train schedule from Stony Brook may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Grand Central Terminal on the Moovit app.

168min$23.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
Leaves from Nicolls Rd/Sycamore Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nicolls Rd/Sycamore Dr
    ID 2235
    0.97 mi • 20 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Southbound
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ronkonkoma LIRR
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ronkonkoma
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Wait for train
    RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    58 min
  • 7
    Train - HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Wait for train
    HEMPSTEAD BRANCH
    Grand Central
  • 8
    Ride to train station Grand Central Madison
    Ride to train station
    Grand Central Madison
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal

The distance between Stony Brook, Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 58.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 168 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal

To check the bus and train schedule from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Stony Brook) and destination (Grand Central Terminal), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 168 minutes, using Bus line 51, Train line RONKONKOMA BRANCH, Train line HEMPSTEAD BRANCH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Stony Brook and Grand Central Terminal?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal?

    The 51 bus line goes from Nicolls Rd/Sycamore Dr station near Stony Brook in New York - New Jersey to Ronkonkoma LIRR station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Ronkonkoma LIRR station near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Stony Brook in New York - New Jersey and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by bus and train is about 2 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Stony Brook to get to Grand Central Terminal?

    Get on the 51 bus from the Nicolls Rd/Sycamore Dr stop near Stony Brook in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Stony Brook and Grand Central Terminal?

    Get off the bus at the Ronkonkoma LIRR station, which is closest to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How much is the bus fare from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal?

    The ride from Stony Brook to Grand Central Terminal costs $23.50.

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