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How to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview by bus, subway and train?

Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview - Subway Schedule

The 2 subway from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview by bus, subway and train

To get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one subway line, one train line and one bus line: take the 2 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RONKONKOMA BRANCH train and finally take the N78 bus from Hicksville Sta / Duffy station to Joel Pl / Old Country station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $17.15. The bus, subway and train schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Plainview on the Moovit app.

79min$17.15
Walk to subway station
Subway - 2
Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
Bus - N78N78
Walk to Plainview
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    New Lots Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    1 min
  • 4
    Train - RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Wait for train
    RONKONKOMA BRANCH
    Ronkonkoma
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hicksville
    44 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hicksville Sta / Duffy
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - N78N78
    Wait for bus
    N78
    Plainview (Newtown Rd)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Joel Pl / Old Country
    ID 2526
    14 min
  • 9
    Walk to Plainview
    Walk to
    Plainview
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview

The distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York - New Jersey and Plainview, New York - New Jersey is approximately 30.34 mi, which can typically be traveled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview by bus, subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Subway And Train schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview

To check the bus, subway and train schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Port Authority Bus Terminal) and destination (Plainview), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus, subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, subway 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, subway and train schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview?

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Subway line 2, Train line RONKONKOMA BRANCH, Bus line N78.

  • Is there a direct subway between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Plainview?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line, one train line and one bus line in total. The total traveling time is 1 hr 19 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview?

    The 2 subway line goes from 34 St-Penn Station near Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan to Hicksville station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Hicksville station near Plainview in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview by subway, train and bus?

    The total travel time between Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan and Plainview in New York - New Jersey by subway, train and bus is about 1 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Port Authority Bus Terminal to get to Plainview?

    Get on the 2 subway from the 34 St-Penn Station near Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when traveling between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Plainview?

    Get off the subway at the Hicksville stop, which is closest to Plainview in New York - New Jersey.

  • How much is the total subway, train and bus fare from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview?

    The ride from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Plainview costs $17.15.