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Accessability & Commutation in the Five Towns
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Commutation Overview – Five Towns to NYC
65🚆 Chart 1: Commutation Overview – Five Towns to NYC
| Town | Nearest LIRR Station | Avg. Commute to Penn Station (Peak) | Parking Availability | Express Service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence | Lawrence Station | ~50–55 min | Limited | Yes |
| Cedarhurst | Cedarhurst Station | ~50–55 min | Moderate | Yes |
| Woodmere | Woodmere Station | ~50–55 min | Ample | Yes |
| Hewlett | Hewlett Station | ~45–50 min | Moderate | Yes |
| Inwood | Inwood Station | ~50–60 min | Limited | No |
📝 Note: Travel times vary based on transfer points and peak/off-peak schedules. Most stations offer monthly commuter passes and have nearby bus connections.
Public Transit Connectivity & Frequency
🚍 Chart 3: Public Transit Connectivity & Frequency
| Town | Bus Routes (Nassau Inter-County Express) | Frequency (Peak Hours) | Transit to JFK Airport | Transit to Local Hospitals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence | N31, N32 | Every 20–30 min | ~35 min via bus + AirTrain | ~25 min to South Nassau |
| Cedarhurst | N31, N32 | Every 20–30 min | ~35 min via bus + AirTrain | ~20 min to South Nassau |
| Woodmere | N31, N32 | Every 30 min | ~40 min via bus + AirTrain | ~25 min to South Nassau |
| Hewlett | N25, N31 | Every 20–30 min | ~40 min via bus + AirTrain | ~15 min to South Nassau |
| Inwood | N31, N32 | Every 30–40 min | ~30 min via bus + AirTrain | ~20 min to South Nassau |
🚦 These routes connect to LIRR stations and major hubs. JFK access is relatively smooth via bus-AirTrain combo, especially from Inwood and Lawrence.
Accessibility to Key Amenities
Accessibility to Key Amenities
| Town | Grocery Stores (within 1 mile) | Schools (Public & Private) | Parks & Recreation | Medical Clinics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence | 4 | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| Cedarhurst | 5 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Woodmere | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Hewlett | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Inwood | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
🧭 Cedarhurst and Hewlett stand out for proximity to daily essentials and healthcare, while Lawrence offers strong school access and park options.
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