Long Island Rail Road

Port Jefferson Branch LIRR — Delays & Status

North Shore branch serving Huntington, Smithtown, Stony Brook, and Port Jefferson commuters.

No major alerts Data snapshot:
Typical Trip 95 min Penn Station to Port Jefferson
Peak Fare $18.75 Off-peak $13.25
Primary Area Suffolk County Huntington, Smithtown, Stony Brook

Active Port Jefferson Branch Alerts

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

Planned & Upcoming

Advisories about planned or possible future disruptions (incl. strike contingencies). Service is not affected by these right now.

Upcoming

New timetables are in effect on all branches, with revised departure times on many off-peak trains [10, 12, 13, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9]

Check our TrainTime app or mta.info to see if your trip has changed. Learn more about these changes. Active: Starting Monday, November 9

Port Jefferson Branch Stations

Key stops on the Port Jefferson Branch, running Penn Station to Port Jefferson (95 min, terminating at Port Jefferson):

  1. Hicksville
  2. Syosset
  3. Cold Spring Harbor
  4. Huntington
  5. Greenlawn
  6. Northport
  7. Kings Park
  8. Smithtown
  9. St. James
  10. Stony Brook
  11. Port Jefferson

Port Jefferson Branch Commuter Guide

The Port Jefferson Branch serves Huntington, Smithtown, Stony Brook, Port Jefferson, Northport 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 Jefferson Branch driving alternatives with live conditions on Long Island Traffic:

Northern State Parkway — live conditions Route 25A — live conditions Long Island Expressway — live conditions

Port Jefferson Branch FAQ

Is the Port Jefferson Branch running today?

Yes. The Port Jefferson Branch is operating with no major alerts in the latest MTA feed (updated Nov 13, 3:01 PM EST). Always confirm your train in the MTA TrainTime app.

Are there Port Jefferson Branch delays today?

No major Port Jefferson Branch delays are listed in the latest MTA service feed (updated Nov 13, 3:01 PM EST). Service conditions change quickly — confirm your specific train in the MTA TrainTime app before leaving.

What is the Port Jefferson Branch LIRR status right now?

The Port Jefferson Branch is operating without major reported alerts as of Nov 13, 3:01 PM EST. This page reads directly from the MTA GTFS-realtime service feed.

How long is the Port Jefferson Branch trip to Manhattan?

A typical Port Jefferson Branch trip (Penn Station to Port Jefferson) runs about 95 min. Peak fare is $18.75 one-way; off-peak is $13.25. 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 Jefferson Branch stations?

Key Port Jefferson Branch stops include Hicksville, Syosset, Cold Spring Harbor, Huntington, Greenlawn, Northport, Kings Park, Smithtown, St. James, Stony Brook, Port Jefferson. The branch terminates at Port Jefferson.

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

When the Port Jefferson Branch is delayed or suspended, Port Jefferson Branch commuters most often drive Northern State Parkway, Route 25A, 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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