Long Island Rail Road

Port Washington Branch LIRR — Delays & Status

Northwest Nassau branch serving Great Neck, Manhasset, and Port Washington without a Jamaica transfer.

No major alerts Data snapshot:
Typical Trip 40 min Penn Station to Port Washington
Peak Fare $12.25 Off-peak $8.75
Primary Area Nassau County Port Washington, Great Neck, Manhasset

Active Port Washington Branch Alerts

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

Port Washington Branch Stations

Key stops on the Port Washington Branch, running Penn Station to Port Washington (40 min, terminating at Port Washington):

  1. Woodside
  2. Flushing–Main Street
  3. Bayside
  4. Great Neck
  5. Manhasset
  6. Plandome
  7. Port Washington

Port Washington Branch Commuter Guide

The Port Washington Branch serves Port Washington, Great Neck, Manhasset, Roslyn and nearby Long Island communities. When train service is delayed or suspended, commuters often compare the LIRR against the parallel roads. These are the Port Washington Branch driving alternatives with live conditions on Long Island Traffic:

Northern Boulevard — live conditions Long Island Expressway — live conditions Cross Island Parkway traffic

Port Washington Branch FAQ

Is the Port Washington Branch running today?

Yes. The Port Washington 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 Port Washington Branch delays today?

No major Port Washington 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 Port Washington Branch LIRR status right now?

The Port Washington 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 Port Washington Branch trip to Manhattan?

A typical Port Washington Branch trip (Penn Station to Port Washington) runs about 40 min. Peak fare is $12.25 one-way; off-peak is $8.75. 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 Port Washington Branch stations?

Key Port Washington Branch stops include Woodside, Flushing–Main Street, Bayside, Great Neck, Manhasset, Plandome, Port Washington. The branch terminates at Port Washington.

What roads can I drive instead of the Port Washington Branch?

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

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