How to get from Plainview to Oceanside by bus and train?

From Plainview to Oceanside by bus and train

To get from Plainview to Oceanside in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the N79 bus from Rex Pl / Old Country station to Hicksville Sta / Duffy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train and finally take the LONG BEACH BRANCH train from Jamaica station to Oceanside station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The bus and train schedule from Plainview may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Oceanside on the Moovit app.

88min$6.65
Walk to bus station
Bus - N79N79
Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Leaves from Rex Pl / Old Country

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rex Pl / Old Country
    ID 274
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - N79N79
    Wait for bus
    N79
    Hicksville
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hicksville Sta / Duffy
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hicksville
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Hunterspoint Avenue
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    22 min
  • 7
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Long Beach
  • 8
    Ride to train station Oceanside
    Ride to train station
    Oceanside
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Plainview to Oceanside by bus and train via N78, PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH and LONG BEACH BRANCH

To get from Plainview to Oceanside in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the N78 bus from Rex Pl / Old Country station to Hicksville Sta / Duffy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train and finally take the LONG BEACH BRANCH train from Jamaica station to Oceanside station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The bus and train schedule from Plainview may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Oceanside on the Moovit app.

93min$6.65
Walk to bus station
Bus - N78N78
Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Leaves from Rex Pl / Old Country

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rex Pl / Old Country
    ID 274
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - N78N78
    Wait for bus
    N78
    Hicksville
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hicksville Sta / Duffy
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hicksville
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Hunterspoint Avenue
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    22 min
  • 7
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Long Beach
  • 8
    Ride to train station Oceanside
    Ride to train station
    Oceanside
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Plainview to Oceanside

The distance between Plainview, New York - New Jersey and Oceanside, New York - New Jersey is approximately 28.4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Plainview to Oceanside by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Plainview to Oceanside

To check the bus and train schedule from Plainview to Oceanside using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Plainview) and destination (Oceanside), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Plainview to Oceanside by bus and train via N78, PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH and LONG BEACH BRANCH

To get from Plainview to Oceanside in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the N78 bus from Rex Pl / Old Country station to Hicksville Sta / Duffy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train and finally take the LONG BEACH BRANCH train from Jamaica station to Oceanside station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The ride fare is $6.65. The bus and train schedule from Plainview may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Oceanside on the Moovit app.

93min$6.65
Walk to bus station
Bus - N78N78
Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Leaves from Rex Pl / Old Country

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rex Pl / Old Country
    ID 274
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - N78N78
    Wait for bus
    N78
    Hicksville
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hicksville Sta / Duffy
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Hicksville
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Hunterspoint Avenue
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    22 min
  • 7
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Long Beach
  • 8
    Ride to train station Oceanside
    Ride to train station
    Oceanside
    23 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Plainview to Oceanside?

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Bus line N79, Train line PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH, Train line LONG BEACH BRANCH.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Plainview to Oceanside?

    The alternative route takes 93 minutes, using Bus line N78, Train line PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH, Train line LONG BEACH BRANCH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Plainview and Oceanside in New York - New Jersey?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Plainview to Oceanside in New York - New Jersey?

    The N79 bus line goes from Rex Pl / Old Country station near Plainview to Hicksville station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Hicksville station near Oceanside in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Plainview to Oceanside in New York - New Jersey by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Plainview and Oceanside in New York - New Jersey by bus and train is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Plainview to get to Oceanside in New York - New Jersey?

    Get on the N79 bus from the Rex Pl / Old Country stop near Plainview in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Plainview and Oceanside in New York - New Jersey?

    Get off the bus at the Hicksville station, which is closest to Oceanside in New York - New Jersey.

  • How much is the bus fare from Plainview to Oceanside?

    The ride from Plainview to Oceanside costs $6.65.

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