One alternative to driving is to take the train to Long Island. The Long Island Rail Road, the nation's largest commuter railroad, operates 730 passenger trains daily on three major east-west routes from New York City along the entire length of the Nassau-Suffolk County region. With over 1,100 passenger cars and 701 miles of track, the LIRR services 124 stations in communities throughout Long Island and carries over a quarter million passengers daily. The railroad offers scheduled group rates, Beach Packages and One Day Getaways, as well as Air Train service to JFK Airport. For schedules and rates call (516) 822-LIRR, (631) 231-LIRR or visit the Long Island Rail Road.
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