Getting to and from Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP)
Islip, New York KISP #116 US airport by passengers
Train, bus, shuttle, rideshare and rental cars at ISP.
Ways to reach ISP
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Rental car
Ground Transportation Center
The GTC is next to the Main Terminal Building and is reached by the covered walkway. Rental cars are just outside the GTC exit doors. Counters: Avis (631) 981-5041, National (800) 227-7368, Budget (800) 527-0700 and Enterprise (631) 737-3722.
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Rail
LIRR Ronkonkoma / MacArthur Airport station
The station is just north of the airport. The airport says direct trains to Penn Station and Grand Central typically take under an hour and a half. Reach the station by taxi or ride-hailing from the GTC.
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Bus
Suffolk County Transit Route 6
Route 6 stops at the GTC in a designated bus lane. It runs every 30 minutes on weekdays until 6 p.m. and hourly after 6 p.m. and on weekends. Fares: $2.25 regular, $1.25 for children and students, and $0.75 for seniors, people with disabilities and veterans. Call (631) 852-5200 or visit sctbus.org.
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Intercity coach
Hampton Jitney
Hampton Jitney runs service to the North and South Fork from a stop in Islip. Reservations are required for the Islip stop.
Reviewed October 12, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from ISP to Manhattan by train?
Take a taxi or ride-hailing service from the Ground Transportation Center to the Ronkonkoma / MacArthur Airport LIRR station, which is just north of the airport. From there, direct trains go to Penn Station and Grand Central, typically in under an hour and a half.
Is there a bus to the airport?
Yes. Suffolk County Transit Route 6 stops at the Ground Transportation Center in a designated bus lane. Fares are $2.25 regular, $1.25 for children and students, and $0.75 for seniors, people with disabilities and veterans.