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How to Travel from NYC to the Hamptons by Train, Bus, Car, and Helicopter

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Whether you're a longtime resident of the city or you're just in town for the summer and looking for a luxurious way to beat the heat, planning a beach getaway to the Hamptons from New York City is surprisingly easy. This stretch of beach towns is located approximately 100 miles east of Manhattan on the eastern end of Long Island and refers to the villages and towns of Southampton, Westhampton, Quogue, Bridgehampton, East Hampton, Amagansett, Montauk, and others.

In the summer, the Hamptons are popular with New Yorkers, particularly the upper crust, so there are many ways to get there from the city besides driving. Most people choose to take the train or the bus, but if you're willing to pay anything to beat the traffic, you could always take a helicopter. You don't need a car to get there, but having a vehicle of your own will be helpful for getting from place to place quickly, so it could be nice to drive there too.

If you've got the disposable income, there's nothing better than soaring over the traffic below, but that option is not affordable for the average traveler. Luckily, the train is another way you can avoid traffic on your way to the Hamptons and it happens to be one of the cheapest options. However, if there's no station near your final destination, you might be better off looking into some of the many bus services that shuttle beachgoers between the city and the Hamptons. It's just as affordable as the train and could be more comfortable if you want to upgrade to something more luxurious with free snacks.

How to Get from NYC to the Hamptons

• Train: 3 hours, 30 minutes, $22+
• Bus: 3 hours, 15 minutes, $21+
• Car: 2 hours, 30 minutes, 100 miles
• Helicopter: 40 minutes, $795+

The cheapest and fastest option for getting to the Hamptons is to take a train, but first you need to know which town you want to visit. Because Long Island's geography splinters into the North Fork and the South Fork, there are two train lines that service each prong.

To get to the North Fork by train, you'll need to take the Ronkonkoma Branch of the  Long Island Rail Road  (LIRR) from  Penn Station , which eventually turns into the Greenport Branch when you pass Ronkonkoma. It makes stops in the Hamptons towns of Riverhead, Mattituck, Southold, and Greenport. To get to the South Fork by train, you'll take the Montauk Branch, which stops in Westhampton, Hampton Bays, Southampton, and Montauk.

Referred to as simply "the jitney" by many New Yorkers, the bus to the Hamptons is one of the most common ways people travel there. These are not public buses, but privately owned companies that offer different experiences from the basic Hampton Jitney to the more deluxe Hampton Luxury Liner or Hampton Ambassador. The luxury-style buses are more expensive, but the leather seats are spacious and more comfortable. A complimentary snack and beverage service is also offered.

Every bus company makes different stops and runs on different schedules, so make sure you look up each online before you purchase your tickets. Since they are private buses, you will meet the bus on the street instead of at a bus station.

If you already have a vehicle, it's relatively simple to get to the Hamptons and it takes just under three hours. Once you leave Manhattan, take the Long Island Expressway (I-495) toward Long Island until you reach Exit 70. Then, take Exit 70 toward New York Highway 27 (NY-27), which is also known as Sunrise or Montauk Highway. This route goes through all of the Hamptons towns and villages and is basically the only way to navigate around the area. Realistically, the amount of time you'll spend on the road depends on traffic. On a normal day, you can try your best to avoid typical rush hour traffic to avoid major delays, but holiday weekends on Long Island are particularly notorious for bumper-to-bumper traffic, so take that into account when planning your trip.

If you opt to drive, keep in mind that parking permits are required for parking at many beaches in the Hamptons. Where applicable, you must display a valid village parking permit on your vehicle during the height of beach season. 

By Helicopter

It's expensive, but with less than an hour of travel time, there's no faster way to get to the Hamptons than hopping on the chopper. Blade , a company that has been referred to many times as "the Uber for helicopters" schedules a couple of flights per week to Easthampton, for $795 per seat one-way—although it's also possible to charter a helicopter to leave at your convenience if you're traveling with a group. Keep in mind, any luggage you bring will be limited to 25 pounds.

What to See in the Hamptons

The beaches of the Hamptons are popular destinations for locals and tourists of all ages and levels of wealth and class, so finding the right beach for you comes down to what crowd you're looking to be around—or if you'd rather not be around a crowd at all.

Sagg Main Beach, Flying Point, and East Hampton Main Beach are popular among the college and young adult crowd, while Gibson Beach is a small and intimate stretch of coastline with rolling dunes and pristine sand frequented by far fewer visitors. If you're looking to explore one of the wealthier neighborhoods after a day at the beach, you can bring your bike to Wainscott Beach and ride through the nearby mansions of the rich and famous.

Most people drive or take the train or bus, but you can also take a helicopter if you are short on time and have the budget.

Yes, take the Long Island Railroad—the Ronkonkoma Branch/Greenport Branch makes stops in the Hamptons towns of Riverhead, Mattituck, Southold, and Greenport. The Montauk Branch stops in Westhampton, Hampton Bays, Southampton, and Montauk.

Referred to as "the jitney" by New Yorkers, the bus is one of the most common ways people travel there. They're privately-owned.

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Day Trip to the Hamptons

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Are you looking for a day trip to the Hamptons from NYC? We have tried a booked tour from NYC to the Hamptons with an amazing Hamptons day trip itinerary. What’s so great about the tour? You’ll get to escape the hustle and bustle from the city and enjoy the beautiful areas of Southampton, Sag Harbor and some shopping in one day.

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We have experienced the Hamptons both in the winter and in the summer and it’s always a great way to get away from the busy city life. Especially Sag Harbor has its very own calming vibe that we really enjoyed the most. The small town is over 300 years old  and offers lots of greenspace, beach and the ocean.

During the day trip you’re riding on a bus with air condition and wifi. The tour bus to the Hamptons picks you up on 46th and 8th Avenue at 7 AM sharp.

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If you’re planning on heading to the Hamptons from NYC make sure to book  your tickets in advance online. The tour is super popular and tends to sell out quickly. Schedule a whole day for this day trip from NYC.

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What do stops does this tour have?

• Breakfast at Riverhead (nicht inklusive)
• Meadow Lane
• Cooper’s Beach
• Wine Tasting

Southampton

• Tanger Outlets

Riverhead & Cooper’s Beach

Of course there is no Hamptons trip without a wine tasting. Before we headed further into the Hamptons we stopped at a local winery to try some of their delicious wines.

During our stop in Southampton we spend 30 minutes exploring the area. This small town is probably exactly what you would expect from the Hamptons. Cute, small coffee shops, boutiques and restaurants that have been there forever welcoming their  visitors with a magical charme.

Next stop: Sag Harbor

One of our favorite stops during the tour was Sag Harbor. We spent an hour to explore the area and had great lunch at “The Dock House”. A local spot that  you have to try, when you love seafood.

Shopping at Tanger Outlets

Is a day trip to the Hamptons worth it?

The day trip from NYC to the Hamptons was well organized vom start to finish. It’s the perfect experience for travelers who like  taking guided tours and don’t want to be on their own. Of course, since the stops are limited in time, you only get to see a sneak peak of the Hamptons.

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Dip your toes into the blue Atlantic Ocean, view lobster boats returning to harbor with their days catch, dine in an 18th Century Inn! Basically, you’ll be visiting New England villages and havens, yet you’ll never leave New York state. These breathtaking sites and locations are a minimum 90 minute drive from Manhattan.

This is a private one party tour, which is designed for those who wish to visit Long Island and the Hamptons, where the white sand ocean beaches, small villages shops and well known mansions are located.

While out in the Hamptons, in addition, some of our guests have also shown interest in visiting a Long Island Winery or brewery as well on this tour. It’s all up to you, the length of your tour, and your schedule. There are also some wineries located on the South Fork for you to consider enjoying wine tasting.

This private Tour is usually 8 – 10 hours, depending on how many stops you wish to make and how long you wish to see the beauty of the Hamptons and it’s mansions. It’s all up to you.

On your way out to the Hamptons, you may also be interested in seeing the Gold Coast Mansions of the North Shore of Long Island. While heading out to the Hamptons, you may arrange for a short stop to the ‘Gold Coast’ – where turn of the century ‘Gilded Age’ historical mansions are located. However, we recommend a separate day for our ‘Gold Coast Mansions’ tour, highlighting the summer and weekend homes of many wealthy 19th and early 20th century families. The extraordinary ‘Gold Coast’ tour would require a 4 – 6 hour touring time all depending on which mansions and how many of those you’d wish to visit.

A Tour Designed With You In Mind

Your starting and ending location is usually at your hotel. However, we will gladly meet you at any local location you desire. Our tours are all about you, the Hamptons and New York City!

Your Tour will begin by your driver/tour guide pointing out on a New York City map the geographical layout of Manhattan, the Boroughs, Neighborhoods, and Long Island. And then we customize a tour specifically designed for you and your interests.  You will then be driven out to Long Island where you may consider a short visit to a ‘Gold Coast’ mansion prior to heading out to the Hamptons.  The majority of our guests prefer to drive directly to the Hamptons.  It’s all up to you and what you wish to see.

Some of our guests have also enjoyed visiting a winery or two while on this Hamptons tour.  Some have purchased bottles, and cases of wine while on this tour.  It’s a very enjoyable and memorable tour.  Lunch at a Long Island restaurant can be arranged, or we can arrange for you to enjoy a tour and wine tasting at one of the many wineries.

Guests find our guides enthusiastic, entertaining and extremely knowledgeable in their ability to explain New York culture, history and all the many wonders that make NYC the special place that it is! Foreign language tours can be arranged for you.

Please allow us the privilege of touring you and your group throughout the beautiful and charming Hamptons of Long Island, New York!

Experience The City To The Fullest

During your tour we’ll point out the contrast in architecture from neighborhood to neighborhood, which makes New York City so unique and interesting, as no two neighborhoods are alike. We’ll also recommend local restaurants within each neighborhood where you may consider dining while you’re visiting the city.  We’re glad to make reservations for you, as well.

Your request is welcome at any time for your touring vehicle to stop, so you could explore a site, store, market, or just to stop and take photographs as there are so many photogenic buildings and sites throughout the city.

Please allow us the privilege of touring you and your group throughout the great City of New York!

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Riverhead (Long Island)

Duck Walk Vineyard

Southampton Main Street

Southampton Harbor

Southampton Ocean Drive

Wine Tasting

Tanger Outlets (Deer Park)

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DETAILED TOUR ITINERARY

The tour embarks from Midtown Manhattan where our tour bus incl. Wi-Fi will pick us up and drive us through east Manhattan and Queens towards Riverhead on the north shore of Long Island for a quick break.

Moving further east, we are approaching Duck Walk Vineyard . Here you can get amazing local wine and a fantastic view on its beautiful scenery where many weddings, especially in the spring and summer time, are celebrated.

Our bus then continues to the core of our tour: Southampton . Many celebrities like Jerry Seinfeld or Steven Spielberg settled here and we will bring you close to some of the homes of the rich and famous. A walk down the charming main street , as well as the harbor and a stroll along the ocean drive mark further stops during our tour through Southampton. As a highlight, a complimentary wine tasting for everyone on the tour over 21 years in one of the oldest and best wineries of the town will be included.

Before heading to the Tanger Outlets, our bus takes you to Sag Harbor , a unique idyllic village with massive yachts on one side and authentic little antique store on the other.

After lunch, we are traveling to our last stop, the Tanger Outlets in Deer Park , where you can shop until the afternoon and take some of the glamour from the trip with you home. Packed with new experiences and treasures of Long Island's Hamptons, we are heading back to New York City, where we are going to arrive in the evening.

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With our Day Trip from NYC you can experience the lifestyle of the rich and famous closer than anyone else. Our English speaking tour guides will not only show you the impressive houses of the local residents in Southampton and Sag Harbor , but also the beautiful and diverse landscape of the area.

As a special treat, our bus drives you to the well-known Tanger Outlets in the center of Long Island , where you can shop the style of the celebrities for less and take some of the luxury from the trip home with you.

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If you have any questions regarding the Hamptons Day Trip by bus or in general, don't hesitate to call us at +1 212-557-1654 , drop us an  email  or try our  FAQ . Our friendly and knowledgeable multilingual customer care team will be happy to help you.

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6 Best Hamptons Day Trips from New York City

New York is a wonderful city, which has a lot to offer to those who visit it, but don't think it's all about Manhattan and the other boroughs. If you want to see another side of the Big Apple, a trip to the Hamptons is the ideal option.

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Chosen by many celebrities as their place of rest and leisure, the Hamptons is an oasis of peace that delights with its country beauty and rustic villages. Only 100 miles away from New York City, the Hamptons is a perfect destination for a full day trip.

Away from New York's skyscrapers, you'll find a myriad of rural landscapes, open skies and homes of the highest standard. In the very varied excursions from New York City, you can visit the towns of Sag Harbor and Southampton, go shopping at Tanger Outlets, celebrity homes and much more, these are some of the things you can visit through a tour of the Hamptons, which is undoubtedly one of the best things to do in New York .

1. Visit the Hamptons, Sag Harbor, and the mall

Among the many options of excursions from NYC , this is one that combines in a balanced way the tranquility of the meadows of the Hamptons region, with a shopping tour, where you can get great deals at Tanger Outlets to not get out of the rhythm of the big city.

The tour can start from New York and through Queens to reach the coast of Long Island to see the best rural landscapes along with houses of dream designs . In Sag Harbor and Southampton, in addition to seeing the stunning sites, the guides will tell you about the 300 years of history of these cities.

You'll have the chance to stop for a wine tasting, and you'll have free time not only to explore these beautiful places at your own pace and taste, but also to take advantage of the Riverhead Tanger Outlets' offerings.

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• Price : from 160 euros per person.
• Duration : approximately 12 hours in total.
• Means of transport : with pick up at the hotel, you will travel aboard a minibus or van.
• Advantages of this option : wine tasting is included and you have free time to go shopping.
• Disadvantages of this option : it is not too recommended if you are traveling with children, as they can get tired for the long journey.

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2. Arrive by helicopter for a picnic in the Hamptons

Is there anything more glamorous than a picnic on the beach in the Hamptons? The answer is a resounding yes, get to the picnic aboard a helicopter. Without wasting any time in city traffic on your way to the Hamptons, you'll arrive at your destination in a modern and comfortable helicopter, enjoying panoramic views of Manhattan, the countryside and the entire coastline.

This is an experience that you can do with a group of up to 6 people. It can be done during the day or at night, and upon arrival, depending on your schedule, you will have a personal assistant waiting for you with a gourmet lunch or dinner in a luxurious setting . It is worth mentioning that if you have any special menu needs or preferences, you can indicate them at the time of booking the excursion.

After a day in the Hamptons, you will also return to Manhattan by helicopter. This is, without a doubt, an unforgettable plan that stands out among the top 10 things to do in the summer in New York City .

• Price : about 390 euros per person.
• Duration : about 5 hours approximately.
• Means of transportation : the tour includes pick up from your hotel or airbnb to the helicopter.
• Advantages of this option : it is a completely out of the ordinary experience, where you can live the luxury that celebrities are used to.
• Disadvantages of this option : not suitable for pregnant women or patients with cardiac pathologies.

3. Private one-day tour of the Hamptons

In this case, the tour offers you a one-day tour of the Hamptons, traveling in a private car with a personal driver . As in other cases, you can go in a small group with other travelers or with your family, friends, or whoever is traveling with you.

During the day you will have free time to organize yourself as you wish, besides being able to stop with the driver in certain places. Within the tour, you will be taken to spend some time at the famous Coopers Beach , and make a 20 minute stop at the colonial Mulford Farm . You will also be driven through Montauk , in the town of East Hampton, the Long House Reserve , with its almost 6 acres of gardens full of trees, vegetation and all kinds of sculptures, the iconic Montauk Point Lighthouse , the Parrish Art Museum and the Shinnecock Museum and Cultural Center .

You will be able to see the other Hamptons resorts and the rest of the region on your own. You will be there for lunch, where you will enjoy the prestigious restaurants that this incredible place has. Although you must remember that lunch is not included in the price of the excursion.

• Price : from 570 euros per person.
• Duration : about 8 hours approximately.
• Means of transportation : the tour includes hotel pick up, you will travel aboard a private car.
• Advantages of this option : it is a private tour with a driver at your disposal, ideal for maximum relaxation and not having to worry about anything.
• Disadvantages of this option : lunch and drinks are not included.

4. Hamptons and Long Island Winery Tour

This tour takes you from Manhattan to the Hamptons for a day dedicated to food, and especially wine tasting, with a visit to wineries in the area. These tours are some of the most complete, as they include transfers, an experienced guide and a very special itinerary.

The tour begins in Southampton, where you will tour its quaint stores, beaches, cafes and the iconic Billionaires Lane , a 5-mile-long waterfront street made up of the most luxurious mansions. Then you will continue to Sag Harbor, the whaling town that has its origins in the 18th century where you will explore the region and have time for lunch at the harbor and if you like you can taste the famous fresh seafood.

As the last and main part of the tour, you will cross aboard the Cross Sound Ferry to North Fork where you will find small towns, vineyards, 29 wineries and some farm stands.

• Price : from 1050 euros per person.
• Duration : about 12 hours approximately.
• Means of transportation : includes pick up from your hotel or Airbnb, and you will travel aboard a van or minibus.
• Advantages of this option : it is a thematic tour, dedicated to gastronomy and good wine, ideal to delight your senses.
• Disadvantages of this option : it may not be an ideal option to do with children.

5. Manhattan to the Hamptons helicopter tour

This is a tour that takes you from Manhattan to the Hamptons by helicopter, not only to reduce an approximately 3-hour ground trip to a 45-minute flight, but also to take in the breathtaking scenery along the way. This tour is, without a doubt, one of the best helicopter rides in NYC .

Once in the Hamptons you will have about 4 to 5 hours to tour the place at your own pace. In that time you will be able to tour the magnificent beaches, the restaurants and stores, historical sites and of course the luxurious mansions. Many of these buildings belong to celebrities such as Madonna , Steven Spielberg or Beyoncé . And if celebrities and show business is something that interests you, consider on your return to the Big Apple to take one of the many tours of movies and series filmed in New York City , because I assure you that you will not regret it.

Please note that this experience includes only the helicopter ride, transfers to the heliport, lunch and any other activity you decide to do in your free time in the Hamptons will be at your own expense.

• Price : from 800 euros per person.
• Duration : approximately 6 hours.
• Means of transportation : you will have to arrive by your own means to the heliport, to enjoy an incredible helicopter ride.
• Advantages of this option : it is a tour in which you can enjoy the aerial view of the region and all the charm of the Hamptons.
• Disadvantages of this option : it is not suitable for pregnant women and patients with cardiac deficiencies.

6. Hamptons Shopping Tour

This is a tour designed specifically for shopping in the Hamptons. The experience is personalized , as it is done in groups of no more than 6 people.

The guide in charge will take you and your group to see the most important places of interest in the Hamptons, such as mansions, ports, beaches and historical sites. But besides that, and as the star of this excursion, you will have a shopping tour where you will be shown the best places to buy all kinds of things, and free time in the malls to buy what you want in a quiet way. Among these places is the famous Tanger Outlets .

The tour includes pick up and return to your hotel or Airbnb in a private van. Refreshments and lunch are not included.

• Price : from 1100 euros per person.
• Duration : about 12 hours in total.
• Means of transportation : pick up from your accommodation is included, you will travel in a comfortable van.
• Advantages of this option : guide through the best stores and malls.
• Disadvantages of this option : it is exclusively for those looking for shopping, as this activity is emphasized over the tour of the area.

How to book an excursion to the Hamptons?

The best way to book a tour to the Hamptons from New York City is through the internet. This way you can verify that whoever is offering the tour has good references and positive comments, and you will also be able to see the many options available and choose the one that best suits your plans. Remember that this is an ideal place to visit with the little ones in the family, so a trip to the Hamptons is one of the top 10 things to do in New York with kids .

Tips for a trip to the Hamptons

The Hamptons has many sights to see, and this can make a single day there leave you wanting to keep touring . For this reason, a fundamental tip is to organize your visit very well.

Look at the alternatives offered by the guided tours to see which one best suits your tastes. Do you want to spend more time on the beach? Are you more interested in the architecture and luxury mansions? Do you want to go shopping? Define what you don't want to miss and then visit the remaining attractions in the remaining time.

Anyway, if you have something left to see, what better excuse to return to the Hamptons and maybe next time stay there for a few days? This place is ideal if you decide to visit New York in August .

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Why take a trip to the Hamptons?

The Hamptons are very close to Manhattan, but it is important to be clear that traveling on your own can be complicated in terms of time management and being able to squeeze in a day to see all the sights. If you are not staying in the Hamptons and, instead, you are going to make a day trip from NYC, the best option is to hire a guided tour.

Accessing the Hamptons by public transportation can take quite a long time, for example, by train the estimated time is approximately 3 to 4 hours , which greatly reduces the time available in the area (if we want to return in the day). On the other hand, by hiring a tour, the time is perfectly organized so that your hours in the Hamptons are worthwhile. The tours take you to see the main points of the area and give you considerable time to appreciate the place.

How long is a Hamptons tour?

Due to the amount of things to see and enjoy in the prestigious coastal region, the average length of an excursion to the Hamptons is between 8 and 12 hours total . So if you are planning to book a tour from New York City to the Hamptons, keep in mind that between the tour itself and the transfers you will be spending a full day. Consider this when planning your days in the Big Apple.

What will I see on a trip to the Hamptons?

It all depends on the option you choose among the alternatives, but the most important places of tourist attraction in the Hamptons and its surroundings are:

• Westhampton : this stands out for being one of the Hamptons villages with the most peaceful atmosphere.
• Quogue : this village is the wildest and where nature stands out. Very interesting at this point, if you have time, visit the Quogue Wildlife Refuge .
• Southampton : one of the most glamorous areas, with its Main Street full of stores, cafes, upscale restaurants and more. Among the restaurants I recommend Sant Ambroeus where you will taste the best Italian pastas.
• East Hampton : the most luxurious mansions of the Hamptons are located here.
• Sag Harbour : this is a whaling village with a lot of history behind it. It stands out for its picturesque and cozy atmosphere.
• Montauk : this site is home to the iconic lighthouse and the best waves for southern surfers. Also notable for its fresh seafood, you can indulge yourself at the Lobster Roll restaurant.

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How to Get from NYC to the Hamptons (EASY TO FOLLOW GUIDE)

Planning a trip from NYC to the Hamptons? Whether you’re leaving from NYC to the Hamptons or Brooklyn to the Hamptons, this guide has you covered on all the different transportation options from the Jitney to the Hamptons, train to the Hamptons, driving, and even getting there by air!

The Hamptons are easily one of the most popular weekend trips from NYC being conveniently located just a few hours from the city, many flocks to the white sandy Hamptons beaches and parties in the summer for the weekend or even a proper week-long vacation. It’s not just a summer getaway either, the Hamptons are also a great destination every season providing a different experience each season.

Also, see our guide to how to plan the perfect day trip to the Hamptons ! We cover all the best spots to plan a day trip without a car (works if you have a car too!)

Where are the Hamptons?

The Hamptons are on the southeastern end of New York’s Long Island. If you want to go from NYC to the Hamptons or Brooklyn to the Hamptons, it will take at least a minimum of 2 hours and 30 minutes by car or train, since the nearest part of the Hamptons from New York City is 80 miles east.

The Hamptons are made up of several towns including the popular towns of Southampton, East Hampton, Amagansett, Montauk, and Sag Harbor to name a few not to mention some of the best New York beaches !

Altogether, The Hamptons is made up of a series of beach towns and even islands on the east end of Long Island that total to about 100 miles.

How to Get from New York to the Hamptons

There are actually quite a few transportation options for getting from New York to the Hamptons whether you’re looking for general NYC to the Hamptons or Brooklyn to the Hamptons directions.

Depending on where you’re going, where you’re coming from, and what type of transportation option you choose, going from New York to The Hamptons will likely take you at least 2-3 hours.

Here are the most popular transportation options used to go to the Hamptons.

Drive to the Hamptons:

Whether you have a car or are getting a rental car, driving from NYC to the Hamptons is one of the most popular ways to get to Long Island and allows for the most flexibility.

Although traffic can slow you down, especially during the peak summer season, driving from New York to the Hamptons gives you lots of freedom and flexibility on your journey. It also gives you a great way to get around the Hamptons once you’re there!

Whether you’re traveling from Brooklyn to the Hamptons or from other spots in NYC to the Hamptons, there are a few main routes that can quickly get you there.

Without traffic, traveling from NYC to the Hamptons or Brooklyn to the Hamptons will likely take you about 2-3 hours or longer depending on what your final destination is.

To give you an idea, the fastest route from Brooklyn to the Hamptons is via the I-495 E. This drive will take around 2 hours and is 92 miles total. Keep in mind that if you’re going to Westhampton, the drive will be even shorter since it’s closest to Brooklyn!

If you’re traveling from other parts of NYC to the Hamptons, you’ll likely go via the I-495 E again. Traveling from NYC to the Hamptons, more specifically, Lower Manhattan in NYC to the Hamptons, will total about 94 miles. This makes the drive just over 2-3 hours without traffic.

Some tips to keep in mind, summer is peak season in the Hamptons and it’s an especially popular weekend getaway for the city! So if you’re leaving for your weekend or trip from New York to the Hamptons by car you will want to plan around obvious peak travel times, early in the mornings and late evenings are the best time to leave to avoid gridlock traffic the entire way.

The main highway on Long Island, New York State Route 27, stretches east to west from I-278 in Brooklyn to Montauk Point State Park, the furthest point East on Long Island. This is pretty much a 2 lane highway and can be bumper to bumper during peak travel times.

If you’re visiting in summer, try to plan around ‘rush’ periods and plan your trip from NYC to the Hamptons around leaving at less popular times to make the drive less painful, the same goes for heading from the Hamptons to NYC.

Pros: Offers the most flexibility, plus you have a car when you’re there!

Cons: traffic can cause delays

Train to the Hamptons:

Another transportation option is to take the NYC to Hamptons train. The LIRR (Long Island Rail Road) is the most popular train to the Hamptons from New York City to multiple points in Long Island, where the Hamptons are located.

In NYC, the LIRR stops at Penn Station, the train station in Midtown West that runs from 30th to 34th street. The main entrance is at 7th avenue and 34th street, making it a convenient route from NYC to the Hamptons.

The train also stops at The Atlantic Terminal in Brooklyn, which is located on The Atlantic Branch, making it an easy route from Brooklyn to the Hamptons.

Below are the places that the LIRR stops in The Hamptons:

• City Terminal Zone
• Far Rockaway
• Port Jefferson
• Port Washington
• West Hempstead

Before planning to catch the train to the Hamptons at a specific stop, be sure to book your tickets ahead of time and ensure that the station is running that day!

During the peak summer seasons, trains frequently run around 6 times per day. However, during the off-season, they may only run once or twice a day at most.

A round trip from NYC to Hamptons train on the LIRR costs $5.50. If you don’t purchase a round trip, it will be $6.50 for the total cost since a $0.50 fee will be applied each way.

If you’re going from NYC to the Hamptons or the Hamptons to NYC on the LIRR, it will take 2-3 hours. The train terminates at about 3 hours once it hits Montauk. 

Some things to keep in mind if you plan on taking the NYC to Hamptons train, during the summer, especially on Fridays Penn Station in Manhattan can be a mad rush. The LIRR doesn’t announce the assigned train tracks until 10 minutes prior to departure. Get to the station, have your tickets ready, and be watching the monitors at least 15 minutes before your departure so that when the train tracks are announced, you can easily get to your tracks without as much stress.

Another thing to keep in mind on the train to the Hamptons is that there is typically is a transfer at Jamaica, so if you’re not familiar with the trains in New York, you might want to try to get the train known as the “Cannonball” which is the express train that goes directly to the Hamptons without a transfer and saves around 30 minutes total on your journey.

Pros: affordable, no worries about traffic delays

Cons: Penn Station can be hectic on Fridays in the summer, possible transfer at Jamaica

Jitney to Hamptons:

The bus option is the Jitney to the Hamptons! The Hampton Jitney is a large bus that offers 3 routes to and from the Hamptons to NYC and NYC to the Hamptons. The Jitney is actually a pretty comfortable option with wifi on board, bathrooms, and snacks all available on your journey.

A one-way ticket on the Jitney to the Hamptons is typically between $30-$40, depending on when you’re going and how many other people are trying to get tickets for the same day, demand causes fluctuation in the prices.

The Jitney to Hamptons takes passengers from NYC to the Hamptons in as little as 2 hours. Their current departure location is located on 40th St. and Lexington Ave. in Manhattan.

However, their departure location may change, so it’s best to pay ahead of time and check the departure locations online.

The Jitney to Hamptons has 3 primary lines:

• Montauk Line (stops in Manorville, Southampton, Montauk, and Sag Harbor directly or with another shuttle)
• Westhampton Line (stops in villages of Westhampton, The Quogues, and Hampton Bays)
• North Fork Line (stops in villages of Riverhead, Greenpoint, with some continuing to East Marion, Orient, & Orient Point)

Another bus option other than the Jitney to Hamptons that’s a little more luxe is the Hampton Ambassador which has more space and provides more comfort with wifi, snacks, and a bathroom like the regular Jitney to the Hamptons plus movies and alcohol.

Pros: affordable and actually quite comfortable with wifi and bathrooms

Seaplane to Hamptons:

One of the quickest way to get from Brooklyn to the Hamptons, NYC to the Hamptons, or the Hamptons to NYC is by seaplane!

Many sea-based charter flights can easily take you from New York to the Hamptons. If you’re going from NYC to the Hamptons, this is a great option since the seaplane can take you to East Hampton, Montauk, Sag Harbor, and Shelter Island.

Each seat ranges in price from $500 to $1,500. Keep in mind that seaplane companies may have to cancel flights if there is bad weather.

The most popular companies to get a seaplane to the Hamptons include Fly the Whale, Tailwind Air, and Blade.

Keep in mind that their departure locations in Manhattan will vary depending on which seaplane company you choose!

Pros: quick &  convenient

Cons: pricey, and weather dependent

Helicopter to Hamptons:

Ready for the quickest way to get from NYC to the Hamptons or the Hamptons to NYC? This might not be the most budget-friendly option, but in as little as 22 minutes, you can take a helicopter from New York to the Hamptons.

Many companies, including JetSmarter, Blade, and Shoreline Aviation, offer charters to the Hamptons.

Prices per seat typically range from $550 to $3,800. Most of these companies depart at all of the heliports in NYC. They also give you the option to get a private helicopter or share it with others. Most helicopters to the Hamptons will land in Southampton.

If you’re planning on going only to Montauk, consider checking our detailed guide for how to get from NYC to Montauk .

There you have it, every way to get from Brooklyn to the Hamptons, NYC to the Hamptons, as well as the Hamptons to NYC! 

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This Gorgeous Coastal Region of New York Has Incredible Restaurants and Hotels, a Thriving Arts Scene, and Beaches Worth Visiting in Any Season

How to plan the perfect trip to New York's Hamptons in any season.

• Best Hotels & Resorts
• Best Things to Do
• Best Shopping

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• Best Time to Visit

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The Hamptons. The East End. Out East. No matter what you call it, this stretch of beatific bay and ocean coastline between Southampton’s Shinnecock Canal and – depending how you look at it — the outer reaches of Montauk has long been favored by the well-heeled and the well-off. 

But you don’t have to be among the one-percent to enjoy eastern Long Island’s pristine beaches, thoughtful restaurants, art museums, and shopping destinations. Home to the yearly Montauk Music Festival , the critically acclaimed Hamptons International Film Festival , and numerous local wineries, including the increasingly popular Channing Daughters Winery and Wölffer Estate Vineyard , the Hamptons is far more than a place to see and be seen. It’s a place to relax, to savor, and to take in the art, beauty, and surroundings of one of New York’s most bucolic collections of communities. 

Read on for the ultimate guide to planning the perfect Hamptons vacation — including when to visit, where to stay, and what to do.

Best Hotels & Resorts 

Crow's nest.

Few properties offer a more compelling stay than Montauk's Crow's Nest , where bohemian decor, twinkling Edison bulbs, and a view of Lake Montauk at sunset are just part of hotelier Sean MacPherson's surf-centric vision. The hotel's mix of rooms and cottages runs adjacent to its much-beloved Mediterranean-style restaurant, which is always booming from May through September.

Farther west, at the 15-key Roundtree , in Amagansett, guests can explore the boutique property alone or with a furry friend (the hotel is pet-friendly). Beach bonfires, cooking classes, trips to local wineries, and guided walking tours are all signature experiences offered for a bespoke Hamptons getaway.

Marram Montauk

The 96-room Marram Montauk is a bohemian paradise, with a pool overlooking Atlantic Terrace beach (a surfing spot with a notoriously fun break). Guests are free to dine at the in-house restaurant, Mostrador Marram, with its beachy, outdoor vibe; lounge overlooking the ocean; take one of the hotel’s creative workshops; or grab a complimentary bike for a ride into town. 

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Baron's Cove

In Sag Harbor, the 67-room Baron's Cove offers guests a resort experience, with upscale amenities like a pool and on-site restaurant and an incomparable view of the water. Open year-round, there's not a bad time to visit the property, which boasts a cozy dining room and fireplace.

Shou Sugi Ban House

A wellness retreat just off of the highway in Watermill, Shou Sugi Ban House offers guests holistic wellness programming in 13 guest studios. Visitors have access to a spa with hydrotherapy pools, a roof deck, fitness center, organic vegetable garden, library, and healing arts barn. Meals are plant-based, but expertly created. 

Best Things to Do 

Stroll through the perfectly manicured gardens at Sagaponack's Madoo Conservancy . Established in 1967 by artist, writer, and gardener Robert Dash, this stunning space is like stepping into a fantasy dreamscape.

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Head over to Bridgehampton's Scuttle Hole Road for Channing Daughters Winery's seated tastings (reservations are recommended). You can even make a whole day of it, stopping by Wölffer Estate Vineyard , in neighboring Sagaponack, for a glass of the winery's esteemed rosé, followed by a digestif at the South Fork's very own Sagaponack Farm Distillery .

As Victoria M. Walker reports in the August 2023 issue of Travel + Leisure, the Southampton African American Museum is a de rigueur destination for those seeking a comprehensive understanding of both Black life in the Hamptons and “Black culture in general.” “The museum,” she writes, “is dedicated to preserving the African-American story on Long Island through exhibits such as ‘Grooming a Generation,’ a poignant look at the history of Black hair salons in the region.” 

Best Shopping 

Walker recommends Blue One , in Bridgehampton, a boutique founded in 2007 by Jarret Willis and Crystal Smith Willis. “The shop’s fashionable wares run the gamut from dresses by Ulla Johnson and Jonathan Simkhai to blazers and denim from the avant-garde label Ser-o-ya,” Walker writes in the August 2023 issue of the magazine. 

Sag Harbor’s Thriftknd , owned by Brittany Rivkind, offers up vintage and pre-owned clothing and accessories, as well as other ephemera that is typically hard-to-find in the tony Hamptons. Find everything from pre-loved denim to cute hair clips at this curated and playful Sag Harbor boutique. 

Southampton’s Hidden Gem , owned by Tanya Wilock and Temidra Wilock-Morsch, reflects, Walker says, the owners’ Antiguan heritage. “Along with their own line of jewelry and accessories, the duo sources art and apparel from artisans around the world,” Walker writes. 

Sant Ambroeus

New to East Hampton – the original is a stalwart in Southampton – Sant Ambroeus is, says Joey Wölffer, Hamptons resident and daughter of vintner Christian Wölffer, “just impeccable,” with ambient lighting, gray and comfortable banquette seating, and easy-to-love pasta dishes. In the August 2023 issue of Travel + Leisure , she describes the restaurant as “always on point.” 

Nick & Toni's

Those in search of an established haunt can head onto N. Main Street to Nick & Toni’s , which has been going strong for over 30 years (and where anyone can reliably run into a celebrity on a Saturday night in summer). If you can make it through the maitre’d, order any manner of the restaurant’s seasonally changing Italian specials, which reflect the East End’s bounty. 

David Loewenberg’s Sag Harbor restaurant with a view, Beacon , overlooks the water and offers one of the best sunsets in town. “People visiting the region always want to know where they can get the freshest fish and vegetables outside of a fishmonger or farmer’s market, and I think this is the place,” Wölffer says. Beacon remains open through Indigenous Peoples’ Weekend each year. 

Lulu Kitchen & Bar

Lulu Kitchen & Bar , a wood-fired-centric restaurant in downtown Sag Harbor, offers some of the coziest environs for dining in the Hamptons. Bistro-style fare like steak tartare, ice-cold towers of oysters and top neck clams, and the restaurant’s signature cauliflower, arrive in a room that smells of wood smoke and expertly crafted martinis. 

Courtesy of 1770 House

It’s hard to outdo 1770 House , in East Hampton, with its hand-hewn beams and working fireplaces. “This historic house in East Hampton really did open as an inn in 1770,” Wölffer says. “I always go in the fall and winter, when the fireplace keeps things toasty.” The spicy Montauk fluke tartare, served with wasabi tobiko, is a classic, as is the roasted natural chicken, with maitake mushrooms and a Channing Daughters Ramato jus. 

Best Time to Visit 

Although the Hamptons is divine in its high season (summer), don't discount Long Island's South Fork during its less popular periods. May and September — two months often referred to as the shoulder season — are great times to visit this New York area. Prices are lower, crowds are thinner, and many restaurants are already (or still) open. Plus, because the Hamptons is insulated on all sides, the temperature is a bit warmer than it typically is in New York City, meaning beach weather arrives a few weeks earlier and lingers a few weeks later. 

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In May, Montauk hosts the Montauk Music Festival , and in October, the Hamptons hosts the Hamptons International Film Festival , two major events that are worth heading into town for. So, don't feel confined to June, July, and August when making your vacation plans. The best time to visit the Hamptons is before the crowds descend and right after they leave.

Montauk and East Hampton are both equipped with private airports, but the closest major airport is about an hour west, in Islip, New York. If you don’t intend to travel to the Hamptons by car, you can take the Hampton Jitney , which connects the Hamptons to New York City with hourly stops in-season through nearly every hamlet (the schedule changes in the off-season). 

The Long Island Railroad , connecting New York’s Penn Station to Long Island, operates a handful of trains between Montauk and the city daily. These trains also stop in Southampton, East Bridgehampton, East Hampton, and Amagansett. The trip between Montauk and the city takes about three hours. 

Neighborhoods to Visit 

During your stay, walk around the hamlet of Sag Harbor, an old whaling village that was established in the early 1700s. Antique stores, charming traditional homes, and bayside charm permeate this traditional enclave. In Sag Harbor, Foster Memorial Beach (otherwise known as Long Beach) is ideal for those who prefer to swim in shallow, calm waters or like a little less of a hike from the sand. It's also open to the public.

Other hamlets with walkable centers include Southampton, East Hampton, Bridgehampton, Amagansett, and Montauk. You can find plenty to do in these villages, from shopping to dining to just walking around. 

Although you can hire an Uber to get from hamlet to hamlet – and although some properties do provide bicycles that you can borrow free of charge – the best way to get around the Hamptons is by car. There is no uniform public transportation currently available on the East End of Long Island. If you do not own a car, you might consider renting one before arriving on the East End, as rental options are slim. 

A Local’s Detailed Guide on How to Get from NYC to the Hamptons

Ready to enjoy a very Hamptons vacay but not exactly sure how to get from NYC to the Hamptons ?

If so then you are NOT alone. Because even as a 30+ year NYC local, it can still be a challenge to get all the way out to Long Island – especially when you don’t have a car to call your own (one of the cons of living in NYC ).

Because this glorious summer I think we all want to relax and enjoy some of the very best beaches in the Hamptons while hanging out at some of the greatest wineries on Long Island too.

However, luckily for you, I’m gonna share all my insider tips and tricks with you on how to get from the Hamptons to NYC by plane, train, car, and even using the good old Jitney.

So, regardless of your budget, there’s a perfect transportation method on this list for you!

After all, the Hamptons are one of the best romantic getaways in New York and should be accessible to everyone since we all deserve a little fun in the sun.

So, if you’re ready to plan the perfect day trip from NYC, then let’s swan dive into this hella epic guide about how to get from NYC to the Hamptons right now!

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Where are the Hamptons

The ever fabulous and always luxurious Hamptons are right at the east end of Long Island, sticking as far out into the Atlantic ocean as New York State can go.

This affluent community features sandy beaches, golf clubs, vineyards and expansive houses that include the towns of Southampton and East Hampton, which form the southern part of the island’s two forks, in Suffolk County NY.

All in all, there are around 20 seaside villages and hamlets for visitors to enjoy, right on New York City’s doorstep.

And at just under 100 miles from New York City, the Hamptons is one of the most famous and popular vacation getaways in the USA.

But, not just for the general public either! In fact, there are a large number of celebrities who regularly visit (aka party like a rockstar) the Hamptons in order to enjoy the glamour and glitz of this amazing place.

But, if you’re still not sure of where the Hamptons are or how to get from NYC to the Hamptons, check out the map below.

Map of How to Get From NYC to the Hamptons

How to take the Jitney to the Hamptons

One of the best answers for how to get from NYC to the Hamptons is to take the Hampton Jitney. Now just called the Jitney, this bus service started as a single small van that shuttled people around the Hamptons!

Then, fast forward a couple of decades and it’s quickly become one of the most popular ways to get from New York to the Hamptons.

There are also three main lines on the Jitney, depending on where you want to end up: the Montauk Line, the Westhampton Line, and the North fork Line.

Each line also departs from multiple places across NYC, with all of them departing at 96th Street between 3rd and Lexington.

In particular, the Westhampton and North Fork Lines each depart from 83rd and Lex., 59th and Lex. and 41st and Lex respectively. In contrast, the Montauk Line leaves from a few more places, including 85th and Lex., 77th and Lex., 69th and Lex., 59th and Lex. and 40th Street.

Most one-way tickets from New York City to the Hamptons via the Montauk Line are also pretty well-priced and will cost between $37-$44 per person.

And then upon arrival, you can disembark at stops at Manorville, Southampton, Water Mill, Bridgehampton, Sag Harbor, Wainscott, East hampton, Amagansett, Napeague and Montauk.

On the other hand, one-way tickets for the Westhampton Line from NYC to the Hamptons are slightly cheaper at $32-$39 per person, with stops at West Hampton, Quogue, East Quogue, Hampton Bays, and even an airport connection (for good measure).

And finally, there’s the North Fork Line, where tickets are even cheaper at $29-$36 per person. North Fork Line buses also make stops at Calverton, Tanger Outlet, Riverhead, Aquebogue, Jamesport, Laurel, Mattituck, Cutchogue, Peconic, Southold, Greenport, East Marion, Orient Village and Orient Point.

Plus, after you leave NYC, there are some additional buses that stop at Farmingville, depending on the time of departure. You know, just in case all the mentioned stops are not enough for you as you make your way from NYC to the Hamptons.

It’s also worth noting that tickets are cheaper if you prepay. Therefore, the higher price listed above applies if you buy a same day ticket while onboard the Jitney.

Also, remember that buying on the day comes with some risk, as there are only so many seats. So not only is it more expensive, but you might be disappointed!

In terms of timing, the trip in each direction should take somewhere between 2-3 hours, depending on where in NYC you’re starting from and how far along the Hamptons you want to go.

And if you want to splurge on a bit of luxury, the Hampton Ambassador also goes from NYC to the Hamptons! You’ll get more space, access to snacks, alcohol and movies, and even have more time slots to choose from for your journey.

Speaking of alcohol, here’s a fun fact: the Jitney also does wine tours! So, you can be riding in style as you try wines from some of the best vineyards in Long Island !

How to Drive from NYC to the Hamptons

If you choose to drive to the Hamptons , you have a variety of different routes to choose from as you make your from New York City to the Hamptons.

So, you can spend as much or as little time as you like along the coast, and you’ll get to see plenty of New York scenery and local village life too!

Now, when working out your route, you’ll find that there are three main roads that run the length of Long Island: Route 25/25a, Route 27 and the I-495. These roads start as far west as Brooklyn and go right to the tips of the Forks.

The I-495 is the most major motorway into the Hamptons from New York City. It runs right through the middle of Long Island and has the fastest moving traffic of the three roads.

In contrast, Route 27 will take you from the heart of NYC all the way to the end of South Fork! In fact, this scenic road will carry you through Connetquot River State Park, Southaven County Park and past the Westhampton Dwarf Pine Plains Preserve – areas which have some of the best hiking trails on Long Island !

Now, Routes 25 and 25a both run along the top of Long Island and make for a more leisurely route to the Hamptons, with some great views of the Connecticut coast out across the Long Island Sound.

Whichever route you take though, it’s about 70 miles to the Westhampton Beach area and 90 miles to East Hampton on South Fork. So, you’ll be looking at a 1.5 or 2 hour long journey on the road.

Driving during the summer season, and driving to the Hamptons on weekends, will probably take you a little longer. After all, the Hamptons are super popular and there will definitely be lots of traffic.

How to take the Train from New York City to the Hamptons

Ah, riding the iron horse across the great USA. It’s what our ancestors did, and it’s still one of the best ways to get from NYC to the Hamptons!

Ah, riding the iron horse across the great USA. It’s what our ancestors did, and it’s still one of the best ways to get from New York City to the Hamptons!

This is because it is both the cheapest and one of the fastest options for this route. So, you’ll be able to save some money and have more time for sightseeing? It’s win win!

There’s only one line you need to remember for trains to the Hamptons: The Long Island Railroad (LIRR). Trains depart from Penn Station once per day to Montauk and the South Fork region at 4:06pm sharp, and twice (or sometimes three times) per day to Greenport and the North Fork Region.

Tickets can be purchased either at the station or onboard the train. Prices vary depending on your destination, but from Penn Station they should be in the region of between $9-$30.

And if you’re riding to Montauk on the South Fork, your train will stop at Westhampton, Southampton, Bridgehampton, East Hampton and finally Montauk. Tickets should be $18-$24 for off-peak and $20-$30 at peak times.

If you’re only going as far as somewhere like Southampton, you’ll pay something more like $15-$21 for off-peak and $16-$26 at peak times. Also be aware that the full journey from Penn Station to Montauk takes about 2.5 hours.

On the other hand, getting to the North Fork takes a bit longer, because you’ll have to change trains at Ronkonkoma. Again, starting at Penn Station, you’ll pass through stops at Woodside, Jamaica, Mineola, Hicksville, Bethpage, Farmingdale, Pinelawn, Wyandanch, Deer Park, Brentwood, Central Islip and then Ronkonkoma.

After changing trains, your next stops are Medford, Yaphank, Riverhead, Mattituck, Southold and finally Greenport.

Tickets as far as Ronkonkoma are between $11-$15 at off-peak and $10-$19 for peak times. Tickets to Greenport are between $10-$14 at off-peak and $9-$18 for peak times.

Each part of this journey takes about 80 minutes, so adding in the time to change trains it’s a 3 hour trip one-way. Make sure to bring a good book, or a tablet with some good TV!

Pro Tip: When purchasing train tickets, remember that round trip tickets are cheaper than two one-way tickets and that tickets purchased on the train are way more expensive than ones purchases in the station.

How to Take a Helicopter from New York City to the Hamptons

So you want to travel in style – I can respect that! Fortunately, New York City has one of the most exciting and speedy methods for getting to the Hamptons: BLADE.

BLADE is a company that specializes in transport by helicopter in and out of cities, and they have a regular service that flies between NYC and the Hamptons.

With BLADE, you’ll take off from the Hudson River outside BLADE’s NYC headquarters at West 30th Street and arrive in the Hamptons in just 40 minutes!

Needless to say, you’ll also be treated to some VERY Insta-friendly views of New York City as you soar over the skyscrapers before setting down in East Hampton airport.

However, all this luxury does come with a price. It will cost you upwards of $795 or more per seat for this experience, but who says you should put a price on luxury?

There are also regular flights twice a week that take off at Fridays at 5:00 pm and on Sundays at 2:30 pm. If you want, you can even arrange extra flights if you work together with other BLADE patrons, or even charter your own personal flight. But, yeah, that will definitely cost you significantly more!

How to Take a Seaplane from the Hamptons to NYC

BLADE to the rescue again!

Helicopter ride too blasé? How about a seaplane? I’ll admit, there’s something about taking off and landing on water that’s unlike anything else. And when you’re thinking about how to get from New York City to the Hamptons , a seaplane is the connoisseur’s choice!

It’s also a great way to experience the best beaches in the Hamptons !

Launching out of their base on the East River at the end of East 23rd Street, BLADE’s seaplanes are available to take you to the Hamptons in style.

And unlike with their helicopters, there’s no regular service in operation. So, you’ll have to charter your own personal flight, with similar rates to their private helicopter rides.

Other ways to get from the Hamptons to New York City

If none of the above methods appeals to you, or if you’re feeling a little alternative, here are a few more ways to get from NYC to the Hamptons.

• Taxi – Grabbing a taxi from the Upper East Side to Hampton Bays would cost you about $217-286. However, because of traffic (and there WILL be traffic, it’s New York City!) you’re more likely to pay anywhere up to $300+ or more. The journey time is also 2-3 hours on average, so choose this option with caution.
• Limo – Renting a limousine is definitely one of the best ways to make a statement as you cruise from NYC into the Hamptons. They’ll also pick you up and drop you off wherever you want! They will definitely be at least as expensive as a cab though, if not more.
• Ferry – Unfortunately, there is no ferry service that runs from NYC to the Hamptons. The residents of the Hamptons are generally against the idea of ferries coming into their harbors, so if you want to sail there it will have to be by private means.
• Yacht – If it’s within your budget, you can charter your own luxury yacht! It’ll have beautiful interiors, it’s own pool, plenty of decking, and it could all be yours for between $25,000 and $700,000 per week! Ok, that’s a little unrealistic, but I’m covering all the bases here! But if you do take my advice on this, can I come too?

So, What is the Best Way to get from New York City to the Hamptons?

So those are my answers for how to get from NYC to the Hamptons!

If you’re looking for flexibility, driving is the way to go, either in your own car, in a good ol’ New York yellow cab, or a luxurious limousine.

If you want to get there fast and/or save some money, then the Long Island Railroad and the Hampton Jitney are your friends.

However, if you want to get there fast and SPEND some money, then it’s time to take to the skies in a helicopter or a seaplane.

And of course, you can always walk! LOL. I mean, it’ll only take you 32 hours and then you can collapse at one of the most romantic hotels on Long Island .

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There you have it because that just about wraps up my guide on how to get from NYC to the Hamptons!

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Philip Reynolds

Monday 21st of February 2022

At one point I took a plane from marine air terminal at LaGuardia to East Hampton

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Oh wow. That sounds awesome and fast!

How Far Is The Hamptons From New York City? Mileage And Travel Options

Known for their beautiful beaches and upscale resort towns, the Hamptons offer a quintessential New York summer getaway. But just how far away are the Hamptons from the hustle and bustle of New York City?

If you’re short on time, here’s a quick answer: The Hamptons are approximately 100 miles east of New York City by car .

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about traveling between New York City and the Hamptons, including:

– Driving times and mileage to popular Hamptons destinations

– Directions by car, bus and train options

– Best times to travel to avoid traffic

– Insider tips to optimize your commute

Driving Distance to Major Hamptons Towns

Southampton – 100 miles from nyc.

Located on the South Fork of Long Island, Southampton is a popular destination for New Yorkers seeking a beach getaway. With its picturesque beaches, charming villages, and luxurious estates, it’s no wonder why Southampton is a favorite among locals and tourists alike.

The distance from New York City to Southampton is approximately 100 miles, making it an easily accessible destination for a weekend trip or longer vacation.

East Hampton – 115 miles from NYC

Known for its upscale shops, art galleries, and stunning beaches, East Hampton is another sought-after destination in the Hamptons. Situated just a short drive away from New York City, East Hampton is approximately 115 miles away.

With its beautiful landscapes and vibrant cultural scene, East Hampton offers a unique blend of relaxation and entertainment for visitors.

Montauk – 125 miles from NYC

If you’re looking for a more laid-back and scenic experience in the Hamptons, Montauk is the place to be. Located at the easternmost tip of Long Island, Montauk offers breathtaking ocean views, hiking trails, and world-class fishing opportunities.

The distance from New York City to Montauk is approximately 125 miles, but the journey is well worth it for those seeking a tranquil beachside retreat.

Sag Harbor – 105 miles from NYC

Sag Harbor, a historic village known for its maritime charm and quaint atmosphere, is located just 105 miles away from New York City. With its picturesque harbor, charming shops, and award-winning restaurants, Sag Harbor offers a unique blend of history and modern-day appeal.

Whether you’re strolling along Main Street or enjoying a sunset cruise on the bay, Sag Harbor is a must-visit destination in the Hamptons.

Travel Tip: If you’re planning a trip to the Hamptons and prefer not to drive, there are other travel options available. You can take the train from New York City to various Hamptons towns, or you can opt for a private helicopter charter for a quick and convenient journey.

Additionally, there are bus services and car rental options for those who prefer to have more flexibility during their stay.

For more information about the Hamptons and travel options, you can visit websites such as Discover Long Island or Hamptons.com .

Navigating by Car and Other Transport

When it comes to traveling from New York City to the Hamptons, there are several transportation options to choose from. Whether you prefer the convenience of driving or the ease of public transportation, you have plenty of choices to make your journey a smooth one.

Car – Take LIE East to exit 70

If you decide to drive to the Hamptons, the Long Island Expressway (LIE) is the most common route. From New York City, you can take the LIE East and follow it until you reach exit 70, which will lead you to the Hamptons.

The distance between New York City and the Hamptons varies depending on which part of the Hamptons you are heading to, but on average, it takes about 2-3 hours to drive there.

Pro tip: Be sure to check for traffic updates before hitting the road, especially during peak travel times. The Hamptons can get quite busy, especially during the summer months, so it’s always a good idea to plan your trip accordingly.

Hampton Jitney bus – Pickup midtown NYC

If you prefer not to drive, the Hampton Jitney bus is a popular option for traveling to the Hamptons. The bus service offers convenient pickup locations in midtown NYC, making it easy for city dwellers to hop on board and relax during the journey.

The Hampton Jitney bus provides a comfortable and reliable mode of transportation, with amenities such as free Wi-Fi and power outlets for charging your devices.

Pro tip: It’s advisable to book your tickets in advance, especially during peak travel times, as the Hampton Jitney bus can fill up quickly.

LIRR train – Transfer in Jamaica, NY

Another option for getting to the Hamptons is the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) train. You can catch the train from Penn Station in Manhattan and transfer at Jamaica, NY, to a train that will take you directly to the Hamptons.

The LIRR train offers a scenic and comfortable journey, allowing you to sit back and enjoy the ride.

Pro tip: Check the LIRR schedule ahead of time to ensure you don’t miss your train. The train frequency may vary, so it’s essential to plan your trip accordingly.

Consider hiring a car service for door-to-door ease

If you’re looking for a hassle-free and convenient travel option, consider hiring a car service for a door-to-door experience. A car service can pick you up from your location in New York City and take you directly to your destination in the Hamptons.

This option provides the utmost convenience and eliminates the need for parking or coordinating multiple modes of transportation.

Pro tip: Research and compare different car service providers to find the one that best suits your needs and budget. Reading reviews and checking their reputation is always a good idea.

Whichever mode of transportation you choose, rest assured that there are plenty of options available to make your journey from New York City to the Hamptons a seamless and enjoyable one.

Best Times to Avoid Traffic

Early morning or late night drives.

If you want to avoid the notorious traffic in and around New York City, consider taking an early morning or late night drive to the Hamptons. During these off-peak hours, the roads are generally less congested, allowing for a smoother and more enjoyable journey.

Not only will you avoid the frustration of sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic, but you’ll also have the opportunity to witness some stunning sunrise or sunset views along the way. Just make sure to plan your departure and arrival times accordingly, as some establishments and services may have limited operating hours during these times.

Avoid peak commute times

To minimize the chances of getting stuck in heavy traffic, it’s advisable to avoid peak commute times when traveling to the Hamptons. Weekday mornings and evenings, especially during rush hour, tend to be the busiest on the roads.

If you have the flexibility to plan your trip outside of these peak times, you’ll likely have a more relaxing and efficient journey. Consider adjusting your schedule to leave earlier or later in the day, and you’ll be rewarded with a smoother and less stressful drive.

Travel mid-week instead of weekends if possible

If your schedule allows for it, consider planning your trip to the Hamptons during the mid-week rather than on weekends. Weekends tend to attract a larger number of visitors, resulting in increased traffic congestion on the roads leading to the Hamptons.

By opting for a mid-week getaway, you can enjoy a more peaceful drive and have a better chance of finding available parking or accommodations. Plus, you’ll have the added benefit of avoiding the crowds and potentially getting better deals on accommodations and activities.

Allow extra time on summer Fridays

Summer Fridays are notorious for heavy traffic as city dwellers head out to the Hamptons for a weekend getaway. If you must travel to the Hamptons on a Friday during the summer months, be prepared for increased congestion on the roads.

To avoid unnecessary stress, it’s advisable to allow extra time for your journey. Consider leaving earlier in the day or even adjusting your travel plans to a Thursday or Saturday. By giving yourself some buffer time, you can make the most of your trip and avoid the frustration of being stuck in traffic for hours.

Insider Tips for an Easy Commute

Take an earlier hamptons jitney to avoid lines.

If you’re planning to travel to the Hamptons from New York City, taking the Hamptons Jitney is a popular and convenient option. However, during peak travel times, the Jitney can get quite crowded and lines can be long. To avoid this hassle, consider taking an earlier Jitney.

By getting an early start, you can beat the rush and secure a seat without having to wait in line for too long. This will make your commute much more pleasant and stress-free, allowing you to start your weekend getaway on a positive note.

Pack snacks and entertainment for the drive

When traveling to the Hamptons from New York City by car, it’s important to be prepared for the journey. The drive can take a couple of hours, depending on traffic conditions, so it’s a good idea to pack some snacks and entertainment to keep you occupied along the way.

Bringing along some healthy snacks and refreshing drinks will not only save you from hunger pangs but also help you avoid unnecessary stops. Additionally, having some entertainment options like music, podcasts, or audiobooks will make the time fly by and make the commute more enjoyable.

Get dropped off at train station to skip parking

If you prefer to take the train to the Hamptons, a useful tip is to get dropped off at the train station instead of dealing with parking. Parking near train stations in New York City can be expensive and hard to find, especially during peak travel times.

By arranging for a drop-off at the train station, you can avoid the hassle of finding parking and potentially save some money. This will allow you to start your journey stress-free and make the most of your time in the Hamptons.

Consider renting a Hamptons home for the summer

If you frequently travel to the Hamptons from New York City or plan to spend an extended period there, renting a Hamptons home for the summer can be a great option. Renting a home offers several advantages, including the convenience of having a place to stay whenever you visit and the ability to personalize your space.

Additionally, renting a home can often be more cost-effective than booking hotels or other accommodations for multiple trips. There are many reputable websites where you can find listings for Hamptons rentals, so take some time to explore your options and find the perfect home away from home.

Enjoying the Hamptons Once You Arrive

Now that you’ve made the journey from New York City to the Hamptons, it’s time to explore all that this beautiful destination has to offer. From relaxing on the beach to experiencing the vibrant nightlife, the Hamptons has something for everyone.

Relax on the beach in Montauk

One of the highlights of visiting the Hamptons is spending time on the stunning beaches of Montauk. Whether you prefer sunbathing, swimming, or simply taking a leisurely walk along the shore, the beaches of Montauk offer a serene and picturesque setting.

Don’t forget to pack your beach towel and sunscreen for a day of pure relaxation.

Check out trendy shops and dining

The Hamptons is known for its upscale shops and trendy dining options. From designer boutiques to local art galleries, there is something for every fashion and art enthusiast. When it comes to dining, you’ll find a wide range of restaurants offering delicious cuisine, from fresh seafood to farm-to-table fare.

Indulge in the local flavors and enjoy a memorable dining experience.

Tour the lavish mansions and estates

One of the must-see attractions in the Hamptons is the stunning mansions and estates that dot the landscape. Take a tour of these opulent properties and marvel at their grandeur and architectural beauty. Learn about the history of these homes and the prominent families who have called them their own.

It’s a glimpse into a world of luxury and elegance.

Experience the nightlife and entertainment

The Hamptons is not just a destination for relaxation; it also offers a vibrant nightlife and entertainment scene. From lively bars and clubs to live music venues, there are plenty of options to keep you entertained after the sun goes down.

Dance the night away, catch a live performance, or simply enjoy a cocktail with friends. The Hamptons knows how to have a good time.

So, whether you’re looking to unwind on the beach, indulge in gourmet dining, explore magnificent estates, or dance the night away, the Hamptons offers a plethora of options to make your visit unforgettable.

Thanks to beautiful beaches and charming towns, the Hamptons are a perfect escape from New York City, located about 100 scenic miles away. With some planning around drive times, transport and insider local tips, you can easily enjoy a fabulous Hamptons getaway from the city.

Hi there, I'm Jessica, the solo traveler behind the travel blog Eye & Pen. I launched my site in 2020 to share over a decade of adventurous stories and vivid photography from my expeditions across 30+ countries. When I'm not wandering, you can find me freelance writing from my home base in Denver, hiking Colorado's peaks with my rescue pup Belle, or enjoying local craft beers with friends.

I specialize in budget tips, unique lodging spotlights, road trip routes, travel hacking guides, and female solo travel for publications like Travel+Leisure and Matador Network. Through my photography and writing, I hope to immerse readers in new cultures and compelling destinations not found in most guidebooks. I'd love for you to join me on my lifelong journey of visual storytelling!

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With its sandy beaches and charming towns, the Hamptons is the getaway spot of choice for New Yorkers eager for a break from city living

The Hamptons, a ritzy enclave of some 20 communities strewn like jewels along the achingly picturesque South Fork of eastern Long Island, around 100 miles (161 km) east of New York City—“out east,” in local parlance—has long been a rarefied refuge for well-heeled city dwellers and the global glitterati alike.

Equally known for its pristine beaches and electric-green swathes of rolling farmland, as well as its charming, 18th-century Shingle buildings and sprawling estates shrouded by towering boxwood hedges, it’s arguably the United States’ most exclusive summer playground.

Decades ago, a slew of renowned writers and artists—John Steinbeck, Truman Capote, Kurt Vonnegut, Jackson Pollock, and Andy Warhol among them—flocked to the Hamptons to find inspiration in its dazzling natural beauty. These days, the long list of boldface names with homes there includes Beyoncé, Robert De Niro, Ralph Lauren, Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker, Martha Stewart, and Jerry Seinfeld.

It’s most famous for its windswept beaches—Sagg Main, Atlantic Avenue, and Mecox, to name just a few—as well as a virtually endless stream of see-and-be-seen summer events, such as the East Hampton Antiques & Design Show preview party and the annual Polo Hamptons matches. But the Hamptons has steadily evolved into a true year-round destination.

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Its world-class art galleries—such as Bridgehampton’s Kathryn Markel Fine Arts and Sag Harbor’s Mark Borghi—and wineries, including Sagaponack’s Wölffer Estate (whose Summer in a Bottle rosé could be called the Hamptons’ official tipple), now lure visitors in all seasons, as do its many glamorous restaurants, upscale boîtes , and luxury boutiques.

The Hamptons for Homeowners

It’s been a wild few years for the Hamptons market: in early 2020, the advent of the pandemic prompted an exodus of New Yorkers, leading to a surge in home sales and a historic dip in inventory that summer. Last year saw a significant recalibration, when factors such as limited inventory and rising interest rates compelled numerous buyers to cautiously await potential price adjustments. Despite the scarcity of available properties, pricing stabilized, with a marginal decrease of about 7.5 percent versus 2022.

“As we entered the new year with the expectation of reduced interest rates, there is a potential for increased liquidity in the market, benefiting both buyers and sellers,” says Jane Babcook , Associate Broker at Christie’s International Real Estate Group’s East Hampton office. “The rental market appears to be on the rise in 2024 compared to last year, and February and March traditionally mark the peak of our bustling selling season for the upcoming summer, with buyers starting to show increased interest already.”

Known for its pristine beaches and swathes of rolling farmland, the Hamptons is the United States’ most exclusive summer playground.

As of mid-December 2023, there were fewer than 1,400 active listings spanning Westhampton to Montauk, marking a continued decline of 55 percent from 2019. Babcook says a resurgence in inventory appears unlikely in the near future, as homeowners hold on to their properties owing to favorable 3-4 percent mortgage rates.

That said, international buyers from regions including Europe and Latin America, who frequented the market pre-pandemic, are steadily returning, Babcook says, and they’re homing in on prime locations “south of the highway.” Choice addresses include Lily Pond and Further Lanes in East Hampton, Daniels Lane in Sagaponack, Dune and Ocean Roads in Bridgehampton, Flying Point Road and Fowler Lane in Water Mill, and the celebrated Gin and Meadow Lanes in Southampton, all of which lure ultra-wealthy clientele eager for their ultra-exclusive embrace.

Tempted to make a new life in The Hamptons? Take a look at some choice properties in the area , and read more from the Spring/Summer 2024 issue of Christie’s International Real Estate  magazine  here .

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Top destinations in New York include a ferry ride, shopping for watches in Chinatown and a Brighton Beach bender

I first came to New York City by accident, after a miscommunication with my father led me to believe my (long-deceased) mother had been desperate to visit the city before she died.

Years later I found out that my mum had actually wanted to go to Paris. But I still had a great time in New York, and ended up moving here a couple of years later.

On that first trip I did all the main tourist things which, owing to the miscommunication, I had thought my mother had wanted to do: I went up big buildings, looked at big buildings, drank in bars beneath big buildings.

It was great and everything, but there’s much, much more to do here – especially if you like eating, riding about by subway and ferry, and bargaining for knockoff luxury goods.

Day 1: Boating and brownstones

A lot of people have heard of the Staten Island ferry , and for good reason. It’s free to travel on the big orange boats between the southern tip of Manhattan and Staten Island. The route goes right past the Statue of Liberty, and offers amazing views of lower Manhattan.

As a boat lover, I’d also recommend taking the NYC ferry . It has a flat fare of $4 and operates up and down the East River, passing under bridges and allowing riders to snoop at waterside buildings.

If you’re starting in Manhattan (which you probably are), take the southbound ferry from East 34th Street to the Brooklyn neighborhood of Dumbo, which stands for “down under the Manhattan Bridge overpass”. It’s here where everyone with an Instagram account gets their shots of both the Manhattan Bridge and the (older, better-known) Brooklyn Bridge. Plenty of people will visit this area then turn their back on Brooklyn, but I’d recommend sticking around New York City’s most populous and, depending whom you speak to, trendiest borough.

Pop by Jane’s Carousel , an exquisitely restored 1922 ride which is plonked between the bridges, and then walk south through Brooklyn Bridge Park. You’ll go past several piers – once working docks now transformed into leafy picnic and sport areas. There are magnificent views across to Manhattan. It’s a nice spot to propose to a partner, as my little brother did last year. If you don’t want to do that, but do like to play soccer or basketball or roller-skate, you’re in luck.

After you hit Pier 6, where there’s a pleasant, if expensive, rooftop pizza restaurant called Fornino , walk up Atlantic Avenue for some shopping and coffee at Goose Barnacle , an independent clothing store with a hidden bar in the back. The owner, Dave Alperin, a fourth-generation Brooklynite, is very friendly and knowledgable about the area and can give you tips about everything from where to buy the best sandwich ( Lillo Cucina Italiana – try the Mamma Roma) to the location of a semi-secret basement speakeasy ( Le Boudoir ) nearby.

From there I’d take a bus or cab to Fort Greene, a very pretty neighborhood whose townhouses are the sort of Brooklyn thing you see in the movies, and grab dinner at Olea . If you make it before 6.30pm, there’s a great happy hour.

Day 2: Rude T-shirts and not-quite Rolexes

Manhattan’s Soho neighborhood has all the posh shops, so if you have money, or like looking through windows at expensive clothes and bags, walk east along Prince Street from West Broadway. There are nice buildings to look at around here too – the newly constructed towers that abound in the city are largely absent in this neighborhood. Stop in at Fanelli Cafe , a neighborhood stalwart that has been around since 1847, for a coffee or some food, then head south along Broadway to Chinatown.

There are lots of great dim sum places, including Golden Unicorn , whose large fancy dining hall is located on the second floor of a marble-esque building. From there I’d take a walk along Canal Street, dipping into sidestreets for cheap souvenirs – snow globes, little statues and that sort of thing – and bizarre T-shirts (many of which are very rude).

Chinatown also does a roaring trade in imitation watches and handbags. So if, like me, you will not and cannot spend $30,000 on a watch but have about $100 to spare, you can get (to my eye) a fairly good imitation. The food markets along Canal Street also sell real nice timepieces – they even work – if you fancy sticking it to big watch. You’ll find plenty of “designer” bags too.

Hopefully you’re hungry again, because Great N Y Noodletown is, per its name, great – especially the roast pig on rice.

From there I’d head farther south and stop in at Whiskey Tavern , the friendliest bar I’ve ever been to in my life (and I’ve been to a lot of bars). They print out personalized welcome signs that they will stick to your table or behind the bar, which sounds a bit naff – but isn’t. The real reason to come is to chat to locals and regulars. It’s also one of the closest bars to city hall, which means there’s a regular stream of “Just Married” couples doing shots of whiskey and eating chicken wings.

If you’ve still got energy, and like singing or shouting, go to Up Stairs , a karaoke bar tucked behind a nondescript doorway on Canal Street. Drinks are cheap, and it gets packed with revelers.

Day 3: Seaside shenanigans

If, like me, you’re a fan of once-glamorous seaside attractions that are now in a state of faded glory, then take the F train to Coney Island. People seem to overlook the fact that the city is surrounded by water, and while Coney Island isn’t the nicest beach for bathing (for that, try Fort Tilden or Jacob Riis Park), there’s loads to do.

Kick things off by watching a Brooklyn Cyclones game. The Cyclones are a feeder team to the New York Mets. They play at Maimonides Park, tickets are usually dirt cheap and easy to get, and you’ll be able to enjoy a nice view of the Atlantic Ocean. If you want a snazzy memento, buy a beer in a foot-long plastic baseball bat. Sometimes they let the crowd “run the bases” after the game, which is a lot of fun, especially if you’ve had more than one of the baseball bat beers.

After the exhilaration of taking in second-tier baseball, walk east towards the Cyclone , one of the oldest and, as far as I can tell, rickety-est rollercoasters in the US. The wooden ride – described as “pretty extreme” by Coaster Critic – will celebrate its 100th birthday in 2027, and it sounds and looks its age. Buyer beware.

Once you’ve stumbled off the ride, go for a settling drink at Ruby’s , the oldest bar on the boardwalk. You can take in the black-and-white shots of Coney Island in its 1930s glory, and if you’re feeling brave, buy a cardboard box full of clams.

Every Friday night from late June to September there is a fireworks show on the beach, which draws a large crowd. You could take it in while eating borscht and sipping coffee or vodka at Tatiana’s , a Russian restaurant-cum-nightclub a 10-minute walk along the boardwalk from the Cyclone.

Side note: you don’t need to wait until summer to visit. I went a day after it had snowed, and it was brilliant.

Question time

How many days do you need to visit new york city.

Three would be fine. If you want to take in all the Instagram favorite destinations, then maybe four.

What’s the most-visited attraction? Is it worth it?

Times Square. And not really. But it’s near enough to other attractions that if you’re heading to a Broadway show then you might as well walk through it.

When is the best time to visit?

The peak of summer can be boiling hot, and winter can be freezing cold. May through early July and September through October are usually a safe bet.

How expensive is it?

New York City is expensive. If you’re staying in Manhattan you’d be (very) lucky to get a hotel room for about $200 a night – but bear in mind that there will usually be hefty taxes on top of that. A bog standard coffee will cost you about $5, a pint anywhere from $6 to $10. The subway fare recently went up: it’s $2.90 a ride now.

Adam Gabbatt is a writer for the Guardian and is originally from the north of England. He has lived in New York City for 13 years and now says “trash” instead of “rubbish” and “sidewalk” instead of “pavement” and his family hates him for it

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Following Measles Outbreaks, Officials Grow Wary of Renewed Threat

Cases this year have already topped the total in 2023. Unvaccinated travelers account for most infections.

By Apoorva Mandavilli

Measles, a highly contagious but preventable disease, is resurging in pockets of the United States, a warning of the dangers of the strengthening anti-vaccine movement.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recorded more cases this year than the 58 tallied in all of 2023, although the agency is not expected to release exact numbers until Friday. On Monday, the agency advised health care providers to ensure that unvaccinated patients, especially those traveling internationally, stay updated on their immunizations.

The number of cases is likely to keep rising because of a sharp spike in measles worldwide, along with spring travel to some regions with outbreaks, including Britain, said Dr. Manisha Patel, chief medical officer at the C.D.C.’s respiratory disease division.

Nearly all the cases in the United States so far are related to unvaccinated travelers. “We’re not going to see widespread measles cases going throughout the country,” Dr. Patel said. “But we do expect additional cases and outbreaks to happen.”

Measles is among the most contagious of diseases; each infected person can spread the virus to as many as 18 others. The virus is airborne and can stay aloft up to two hours after an infected person has left the room, spreading rapidly through homes, schools and child care facilities.

In Chicago, one case of measles at a migrant shelter has grown to 13 , prompting the C.D.C. to send a team to help contain the outbreak. (Two additional cases in the city appear to be unrelated.)

In Florida, seven students at an elementary school contracted measles even as the state’s surgeon general, Dr. Joseph Ladapo, left it to parents to decide whether unvaccinated children should attend school.

In southwest Washington, officials identified measles in six unvaccinated adult members of a family living in two counties. And in Arizona, an international traveler infected with measles dined at a restaurant and transmitted the virus to at least two others .

Measles was eliminated in the United States in 2000, and American children generally must be immunized to attend school. Yet sporadic cases lead to larger outbreaks every few years. But now a drop in vaccination rates, exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, has experts worried about a resurgence.

When vaccinations lag, “the first disease to appear is measles, because it’s highly infectious,” said Dr. Saad Omer, dean of the O’Donnell School of Public Health at U.T. Southwestern in Dallas.

Nine of 10 unvaccinated people in close contact with a measles patient will become infected, according to the C.D.C.

Measles is far less deadly in countries with high immunization rates and good medical care. Fewer than three of every 1,000 American children with measles will die as a result of severe complications like pneumonia or encephalitis, the swelling of the brain.

Still, about one in five people with measles may end up in a hospital.

Because widespread measles outbreaks have been rare, most Americans, including doctors, may not recognize the vibrant red rash that accompanies respiratory symptoms in a measles infection. They may have forgotten the impact of the disease on individuals and communities.

“Most of our local health department folks have never seen a measles outbreak,” said Dr. Christine Hahn, state epidemiologist of Idaho, which contained a small cluster of cases last year.

“It’s going to be a big challenge to us to respond if and when we get our next outbreak,” she said.

Before the first measles vaccine was introduced in the 1960s, the disease killed an estimated 2.6 million people worldwide each year. But its full impact may have been much greater.

Measles cripples the immune system, allowing other pathogens easier entry into the body. A 2015 study estimated that measles may have accounted for as many as half of all infectious disease deaths in children.

For about a month after the acute illness, measles can stun the body’s first response to other bacteria and viruses, said Dr. Michael Mina, chief science officer of the digital health company eMed and formerly an epidemiologist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

That leaves patients “massively susceptible to bacterial pneumonias and other things,” said Dr. Mina, who was the lead author on the 2015 study.

“It’s very risky for people in those first few weeks post measles,” he added.

The virus also induces a sort of immune-system amnesia. Normally the body “remembers” the bacteria and viruses it has fought before. Dr. Mina and his colleagues showed in 2019 that people who have measles lose between 11 and 73 percent of their hard-won immune repertoire, a loss that can last for years.

That does not mean the body no longer recognizes those pathogens at all, but it does shrink the arsenal of weapons available to fight them.

“People should be aware that if they’re choosing not to vaccinate, that’s the position they’re putting themselves and their family in,” Dr. Mina said.

The C.D.C. recommends receiving the first dose of the measles vaccine after 12 months of age, and a second between ages 4 and 6. Even a single dose of the vaccine is 93 percent effective. Measles vaccination averted 56 million deaths between 2000 and 2021, according to the World Health Organization.

Vaccination rates in the United States have shown a distinct, if small, dip to 93 percent in the 2022-23 school year from 95 percent in 2019-20 — the level required to protect everyone in the community. Rates of vaccination exemptions increased in 40 states and the District of Columbia.

In a survey last year , just over half of Republicans said that public schools should require measles vaccinations, compared with about 80 percent before the pandemic. (Support for vaccines among Democrats held steady.)

While national or state-level vaccination rates may be high, there may be pockets of low immunization that provide tinder for the measles virus, Dr. Omer said.

If there are enough unvaccinated cases to sustain an outbreak, even those who are vaccinated but whose immunity may have waned are vulnerable, he said.

In Idaho, 12 percent of kindergarten-age children do not have a record of vaccination. Some of the gap results from parents unable or unwilling to share records with the schools, and not because their children are not immunized, Dr. Hahn said.

Still, online schools, which proliferated through the pandemic and remain popular in the state, have some of the highest rates of vaccine exemptions, she said.

In September, a young Idaho man brought measles back after international travel and became ill enough to be hospitalized . Along the way, he exposed fellow passengers on two flights, dozens of health care workers and patients, and nine unvaccinated family members. All nine developed measles.

Idaho got “very lucky” with the outbreak because the family lived in a remote area, Dr. Hahn said. But there are most likely many other areas in the state where an outbreak would be difficult to contain.

“We’ve got plenty of tinder, if you will,” she added.

Some large outbreaks in recent years exploded among huge clusters of unvaccinated people, including the Amish in Ohio and the Orthodox Jewish community in New York City.

In September 2018, one unvaccinated child returned to New York City from Israel, ferrying measles virus picked up during an outbreak in that country.

Even though the city maintains high vaccination rates, that single case set off an outbreak that raged for nearly 10 months, the largest in the country in decades. The city declared a public health emergency for the first time in more than 100 years.

“We had more than 100 chains of transmission,” said Dr. Oxiris Barbot, the city’s health commissioner at the time, and now the president and chief executive of United Hospital Fund.

“Keeping all of that straight was a challenge,” she recalled. “And to have to investigate over 20,000 exposures like that, that was huge.”

Working with community leaders, city officials hurriedly administered about 200,000 doses of vaccine. More than 550 city staff members were involved in the response, and the final cost to the city’s health department topped $8 million.

The C.D.C. is working with state and local health departments to identify pockets of low vaccination and prepare them for outbreaks, Dr. Patel said. The agency is also training health care providers to recognize measles symptoms, particularly in patients with a history of international travel.

Measles is a slippery adversary, but public health is intimately familiar with the tools needed to contain it: screening, tracing contacts and vaccinating the susceptible.

“We’re not helpless bystanders,” Dr. Omer said. “The focus needs to be on meat-and-potatoes public health.”

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Apoorva Mandavilli is a reporter focused on science and global health. She was a part of the team that won the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service for coverage of the pandemic. More about Apoorva Mandavilli

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The Sightseeing Bus Wars of New York City

You’ve probably seen the TopView Sightseeing ticket sellers in their hooded red jackets, standing opposite the Hershey’s store in Times Square, pushing bus tours to One World Trade or Wall Street. You’ve also probably seen sellers for Gray Line and Big Bus in their also red outfits, standing outside the M&Ms store and offering pretty much the same “hop-on, hop-off” rides around the city. They can be hard to tell apart, which is one of the reasons they’ve been engaged in various legal battles for years. And the occasional headbutt. “It’s a very complicated history,” TopView’s lawyer, Maurice Ross, tells me.

And really, it is. Earlier this month, the New York Court of Appeals reinstated a claim made by TopView that Big Bus and Gray Line have operated as a secret monopoly, giving new life to a yearslong drama that TopView sees as a David and Goliath story about who gets to shuttle tourists to the Fearless Girl statue. The suit alleges that Big Bus and Gray Line, among others, have used their “market share to ‘shut out’” TopView from the sightseeing hustle. (This isn’t Gray Line’s first time in court over monopoly allegations: In a 2015 settlement, Gray Line and another company called City Sights were ordered by the New York attorney general to pay $7.5 million and give up dozens of stops on their Manhattan routes to settle an antitrust suit filed by the state and federal officials and allow other companies into the market.) TopView also alleges that Big Bus and Gray Line have “impugned” its reputation in an effort to tank its business relationships. But the great tour-bus wars of New York City aren’t just playing out as courtroom dramas — which brings us to the headbutting.

The city’s sightseeing-by-bus industry has never exactly been peaceful, as ticket sellers tried to get an edge on one another while going after the same pool of tourists. But things came to a new head in June 2018. “These guys are motherfuckers. I’ll beat the shit out of you, piece of shit motherfucker. I’ll kill you!” a Gray Line worker yelled at a TopView employee stationed near the Empire State Building, according to a lawsuit filed by TopView that year. A few months later, at the same spot , Gray Line ticket seller Pitoh Poyodi was approached by TopView ticket sellers who allegedly wanted to poach him. When he declined, a TopView seller assaulted him. (The New York Post says he was headbutted and kneed in the stomach.) “There’s always fighting over territory around here,” one TopView seller told the Post . The result of these fights was a heavily negotiated memo on “ Conduct Guidelines ” signed by each of the named companies. This agreement included explicit directions to not physically assault competitors and guidance around smack talk, which was also rampant among ticket sellers. (Forbidden statements include: “They don’t have buses,” “They are being investigated by the FBI and Homeland Security,” “They don’t show you Statue of Liberty,” and “Their bus drivers are mean.”)

But the rivalries persisted all the same: In March 2019, just a month after the agreement between the tour companies was finalized, TopView filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Big Bus, Gray Line, and other tour companies. Two months later, Big Bus filed its own suit against TopView, claiming its ridership was declining in part because of “the abusive, deceptive, reckless, exploitative, and dangerous practices” of TopView. Big Bus also claimed that in a single 24-hour period in January 2019, “over two hundred 5-star reviews” were posted to TopView’s Google Business profile, the majority of which allegedly came from Nigeria. Also included was an allegation that TopView’s use of the color red in the design of its tour buses — Big Bus buses are also red — was part of a pattern of “unscrupulous business conduct.” By allegedly copying Big Bus in this manner, the suit read, TopView “has unfairly arrogated to itself the benefit of millions of dollars that Plaintiff and its affiliates have invested in recent years in market research, strategic planning, and product design.”

Ask former employees, though, and it seems there are no good actors involved here. A former Big Bus tour guide seemed delighted that the companies spent so much time squabbling: “They are two miserable companies,” he tells me. “Let ’em fight it out and spend their money on lawyers.” A former TopView worker had this to say about his old bosses: “My feeling would be that whatever TopView is coming up with is just like a gangster ploy.” Former TopView employees allege that they had pay docked if they were late or had minor uniform deviations and were asked to report drivers for leaving the bus to use the bathroom. (TopView is owned by venture capitalist Asen Kostadinov, who declined to comment on the litigation and did not respond to specific workplace allegations. Big Bus, which is mostly owned by a private-equity firm called Exponent Private Equity and entered into a renewable consolidation agreement with Gray Line in 2020, also declined to comment on the legal proceedings and did not respond to questions about its apparent merger with Gray Line.)

One might think that the pandemic wallop to the city’s tourism industry quieted things among the bus rivals, and for a brief moment in 2020, it did look as though there may be a truce in the world of the hop-on bus tour. Big Bus voluntarily discontinued its 2019 case in 2020, proposing that both parties throw out their suits. “Prudence suggests that the parties focus on restoring their businesses and devoting resources to protecting and rehiring employees, rather than litigation,” the claim reads. “Moreover, because essentially no one is riding tour buses in New York City now (or for the foreseeable future), there are no reviews (false or otherwise) appearing currently on travel websites.” It was, perhaps, an opportunity to forget the alleged anti-competitive practices, forget the street fights, forget the purportedly fake reviews from Nigeria. TopView declined. When I asked Ross about the company’s commitment to the fight, he seemed surprised by the question. “We had good claims,” Ross says. “Why would we drop our claims?”

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The Carnival Freedom cruise ship experienced its second fire in less than two years, and passenger footage caught the flames with smoke coming from the ship’s exhaust funnel Saturday afternoon. 

“That’s nutty,” X user @breezebreeze_ can be heard while showing the fire aboard the ship.

Carnival Cruise Line put out several tweet replies regarding the incident they say happened at 3:15 ET. 

“Carnival Freedom reported a fire on the port side of the ship’s exhaust funnel,” one of the posts read. “The ship was 20 miles off Eleuthera Island, Bahamas, heading to Freeport after a canceled call to Princess Cay due to weather.”

The news prompted passengers of the ship’s upcoming departure from Port Canaveral on Monday to ask the cruise line if their itinerary would go off as planned.

“Is the cruise for the Carnival Freedom March 25 departing cruise from Port Canaveral still planning on going?” one X user asked Carnival. “We need to know for travel purposes!”

“I can almost guarantee it’ll be canceled,” another X user wrote about the ship’s next planned cruise. “This isn’t the first time this has happened ironically to this ship, and the following sailing when it happened that time were canceled, but obviously not confirm[ed].”

Carnival quickly responded to quell any rumors, saying it does not expect any impact on the next Carnival Freedom voyage. 

The Freedom’s exhaust funnel caught fire in May 2022 while the ship was docked at Grand Turk Island in Turks and Caicos. Video from then also showed the ship’s funnel – referred to by some as the whale tail – consumed by flames and smoke. 

The part of the ship that caught fire is designed to help direct the flow of exhaust gases away from the ship, according to the Crown Cruise Vacations website. 

“The ship’s fire response team was quickly activated, and the ship’s captain also turned the vessel towards the heavy rain in the area to maximize the efforts to put out the flames,” Carnival said about Saturday’s fire. “Eyewitnesses reported the possibility of a lightning strike and that is being investigated.”

Carnival said the captain made “multiple announcements to guests and crew” about the fire. The port side of the funnel fell onto Deck 10, Carnival said. No injuries were reported.

The Carnival Freedom was in Freeport as scheduled Sunday, according to CruiseMapper. Carnival said there are no operational issues with the ship’s systems.

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