LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch 🔴 – Central Long Island Line
The LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch is a key east-west route that extends from Penn Station to Greenport on Long Island’s North Fork. The Jamaica to Babylon line is one of the LIRR’s busiest and most vital, providing service to commuters in Nassau and Suffolk counties. Major stops along the line include Hicksville, Farmingdale, Deer Park, and Ronkonkoma. It offers high-frequency service, particularly along its western stretch, and connects Long Island’s MacArthur Airport in Ronkonkoma.
Service east of Ronkonkoma to Greenport is infrequent, but the line is vital to daily commuters as well as seasonal tourists. At Jamaica and Hicksville, transfers to other branches are offered to travelers. As a blend of commuter service and regional access, the Ronkonkoma Branch is a backbone of the LIRR system.
LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch
LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch – Overview
Address / Starting and Ending Points
- Begins: Penn Station (NYC) or Atlantic Terminal (Brooklyn)
- End at: Ronkonkoma Station (Suffolk County, Long Island)
Color Line
- The Ronkonkoma Branch is marked in Red 🔴 on LIRR maps.
Stations with the Heading of Ronkonkoma Branch
A few of the major stations, such as
- Penn Station
- Woodside
- Jamaica
- Mineola
- Hicksville
- Bethpage
- Farmingdale
- Deer Park
- Brentwood
- Central Islip
- Ronkonkoma
Fares and Monthly Pass
- Price: Determined based on length of ticket (peak or off-peak)
- A typical one-way fare from Ronkonkoma to Penn Station is:
- Peak: Around $14.50
- Off-peak: Around $10.75
- A monthly pass from Ronkonkoma to Penn Station is about $474.
Transfers and Connections
- You can connect at Jamaica Station to other LIRR branches (Port Jefferson, Babylon, and Montauk).
- Change at Penn Station or Grand Central Madison for NYC Subway lines.
- If you’re going to the airport, then Jamaica is where you can hop on AirTrain JFK as well
LIRR Ronkonkoma Branch Schedule
Weekday (Monday – Friday AM)
| Departure from Penn Station | Arrival at Ronkonkoma | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | 7:48 AM | 1 hr 18 min |
| 7:42 AM | 9:01 AM | 1 hr 19 min |
| 8:14 AM | 9:33 AM | 1 hr 19 min |
| 9:16 AM | 10:35 AM | 1 hr 19 min |
| 10:29 AM | 11:47 AM | 1 hr 18 min |
| 11:33 AM | 12:52 PM | 1 hr 19 min |
Weekday (Monday – Friday PM)
| Departure from Penn Station | Arrival at Ronkonkoma | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6:54 PM | 8:16 PM | ~1 hr 22 min |
| 7:14 PM | 8:37 PM | ~1 hr 23 min |
| 7:54 PM | 9:16 PM | ~1 hr 22 min |
| 8:17 PM | 9:40 PM | ~1 hr 23 min |
| 8:54 PM | 10:16 PM | ~1 hr 22 min |
| 9:16 PM | 10:40 PM | ~1 hr 24 min |
| 9:54 PM | 11:16 PM | ~1 hr 22 min |
| 10:17 PM | 11:40 PM | ~1 hr 23 min |
Weekend (Saturday – Sunday AM)
| Departure from Penn Station | Arrival at Ronkonkoma | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | 7:48 AM | 1 hr 18 min |
| 7:42 AM | 9:01 AM | 1 hr 19 min |
| 8:14 AM | 9:33 AM | 1 hr 19 min |
| 9:16 AM | 10:35 AM | 1 hr 19 min |
| 10:29 AM | 11:47 AM | 1 hr 18 min |
| 11:33 AM | 12:52 PM | 1 hr 19 min |
Weekend (Saturday – Sunday PM)
| Departure from Penn Station | Arrival at Ronkonkoma | Duration | Service Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:22 PM | 2:41 PM | 1 hr 19 min | Weekend |
| 2:34 PM | 3:53 PM | 1 hr 19 min | Weekend |
| 3:40 PM | 4:59 PM | 1 hr 19 min | Weekend |
| 4:41 PM | 5:59 PM | 1 hr 18 min | Weekend |
| 5:43 PM | 7:02 PM | 1 hr 19 min | Weekend |
| 6:51 PM | 8:10 PM | 1 hr 19 min | Weekend |
| 7:45 PM | 9:04 PM | 1 hr 19 min | Weekend |
| 8:53 PM | 10:11 PM | 1 hr 18 min | Weekend |
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FAQ
Q1: Is the Ronkonkoma Branch electrified along its full length?
A: Yes, and the Ronkonkoma between Penn Station and Ronkonkoma is all electrified.
Q2: What is the approximate travel time from Ronkonkoma to Penn Station?
A: Travel time to Penn Station in Ronkonkoma is approximately 7590 mins or 90 minutes (just in case the train is an express train or it is a local train).
Q3: Is the Ronkonkoma Branch one of the busiest LIRR lines?
A: Yes, the Ronkonkoma is a busy one because it extends far deep into central Long Island.
Q4: Does the Ronkonkoma Branch connect to Long Island MacArthur Airport?
A: Yes, it is possible to get to Long Island MacArthur Airport using local taxi services or shuttles that operate based on Ronkonkoma station.
Q5: Are reverse-peak trains available on the Ronkonkoma?
A: Yes, the Ronkonkoma provides service in both directions, peak and reverse-peak.
