How to get from Long Eiland to Journal Square by bus and train?

From Long Eiland to Journal Square by bus and train

To get from Long Eiland to Journal Square in Jersey City, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 51 bus from Union Ave/Coates Ave station to Ronkonkoma LIRR station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RONKONKOMA BRANCH train and finally take the YEL train from 33rd Street station to Journal Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 12 min. The ride fare is $20.50. The bus and train schedule from Long Eiland may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Journal Square on the Moovit app.

192min$20.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5151
Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
Train - YEL
Walk to Journal Square
Leaves from Union Ave/Coates Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Ave/Coates Ave
    ID 4052
    1.02 mi • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5151
    Wait for bus
    51
    Port Jefferson Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ronkonkoma LIRR
    5 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
    34 St-Penn Station
    79 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    33rd Street
    ID 33RD
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - YEL
    Wait for train
    YEL
    Journal Square - 33rd Street
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    23 min
  • 10
    Walk to Journal Square
    Walk to
    Journal Square
    47 Duncan Ave
    0.86 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Long Eiland to Journal Square

The distance between Long Eiland, Jersey City and Journal Square, Jersey City is approximately 59.99 mi, which can typically be travelled in 192 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Long Eiland to Journal Square by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Jersey City – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Long Eiland to Journal Square

To check the bus and train schedule from Long Eiland to Journal Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Long Eiland) and destination (Journal Square), 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 Long Eiland to Journal Square?

    The fastest way takes 192 minutes, using Bus line 51, Train line RONKONKOMA BRANCH, Train line YEL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Long Eiland and Journal Square?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 12 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Long Eiland to Journal Square?

    The 51 bus line goes from Union Ave/Coates Ave station near Long Eiland in Holtsville to Ronkonkoma LIRR station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Ronkonkoma LIRR station near Journal Square in Jersey City.

  • How long does it take to travel from Long Eiland to Journal Square by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Long Eiland in Holtsville and Journal Square in Jersey City by bus and train is about 3 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Long Eiland to get to Journal Square?

    Get on the 51 bus from the Union Ave/Coates Ave stop near Long Eiland in Holtsville.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Long Eiland and Journal Square?

    Get off the bus at the Ronkonkoma LIRR station, which is closest to Journal Square in Jersey City.

  • How much is the bus fare from Long Eiland to Journal Square?

    The ride from Long Eiland to Journal Square costs $20.50.

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