Long Island Rail Road

Oyster Bay Branch LIRR — Delays & Status

North Shore Nassau branch serving Oyster Bay, Glen Cove, Locust Valley, and Mineola connections.

No major alerts Data snapshot:
Typical Trip 70 min Jamaica to Oyster Bay
Peak Fare $15.75 Off-peak $11.00
Primary Area Nassau County Oyster Bay, Mineola, Glen Cove

Active Oyster Bay Branch Alerts

No active Oyster Bay Branch alerts are listed in the latest MTA service feed. Always verify final departure times in TrainTime before you leave.

Oyster Bay Branch Stations

Key stops on the Oyster Bay Branch, running Jamaica to Oyster Bay (70 min, terminating at Oyster Bay):

  1. Mineola
  2. East Williston
  3. Roslyn
  4. Greenvale
  5. Glen Cove
  6. Sea Cliff
  7. Locust Valley
  8. Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay Branch Commuter Guide

The Oyster Bay Branch serves Oyster Bay, Mineola, Glen Cove, Locust Valley, Hicksville and nearby Long Island communities. When train service is delayed or suspended, commuters often compare the LIRR against the parallel roads. These are the Oyster Bay Branch driving alternatives with live conditions on Long Island Traffic:

Northern Boulevard — live conditions Route 106 traffic Long Island Expressway — live conditions

Oyster Bay Branch FAQ

Is the Oyster Bay Branch running today?

Yes. The Oyster Bay Branch is operating with no major alerts in the latest MTA feed (updated Nov 3, 10:16 PM EST). Always confirm your train in the MTA TrainTime app.

Are there Oyster Bay Branch delays today?

No major Oyster Bay Branch delays are listed in the latest MTA service feed (updated Nov 3, 10:16 PM EST). Service conditions change quickly — confirm your specific train in the MTA TrainTime app before leaving.

What is the Oyster Bay Branch LIRR status right now?

The Oyster Bay Branch is operating without major reported alerts as of Nov 3, 10:16 PM EST. This page reads directly from the MTA GTFS-realtime service feed.

How long is the Oyster Bay Branch trip to Manhattan?

A typical Oyster Bay Branch trip (Jamaica to Oyster Bay) runs about 70 min. Peak fare is $15.75 one-way; off-peak is $11.00. Actual times vary by departure, transfer at Jamaica, and whether your train is a direct Penn Station or Grand Central run.

What are the main Oyster Bay Branch stations?

Key Oyster Bay Branch stops include Mineola, East Williston, Roslyn, Greenvale, Glen Cove, Sea Cliff, Locust Valley, Oyster Bay. The branch terminates at Oyster Bay.

What roads can I drive instead of the Oyster Bay Branch?

When the Oyster Bay Branch is delayed or suspended, Oyster Bay Branch commuters most often drive Northern Boulevard, Route 106, Long Island Expressway — though each carries its own rush-hour congestion. Check live road conditions before switching from rail to car.

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