Oyster Bay Branch – Full Station List & Schedule

The Oyster Bay Branch is a picturesque and important component of the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) network, providing a much-needed transportation link that allows residents of eastern Nassau County to reach major transfer and station points in the system, including Mineola and Jamaica.

Compared to other lines, the Oyster Bay Branch provides a quieter, more relaxed ride, and it’s a popular line for daily commuters as well as weekend travelers. This line runs through scenic towns including Locust Valley and Glen Head. The great thing about the Oyster Bay Branch is that if you’re going to work or taking a vacation, it makes sure that you go one way or another, so you can have an enjoyable drive.

Oyster Bay Branch Overview

Below is the branch overview.

Oyster Bay Branch stations

• Oyster Bay

• Locust Valley

• Glen Street

• Glen Head

• Sea Cliff

• Glen Cove

• Greenvale

• Roslyn

• Albertson

• East Williston

• Mineola

Here is the complete information on the Oyster Bay Branch Stations.

Station Name	Transfer Options	Parking Available	ADA Accessible	Zone	Nearby Highlights
Oyster Bay	No	Yes	No	10	Oyster Bay Marina, Waterfront
Locust Valley	No	Yes	No	9	Bailey Arboretum, Shops
Glen Street	No	Yes	No	8	Glen Cove Downtown, Parks
Glen Head	No	Yes	No	8	North Shore Schools, Shopping
Sea Cliff	No	Yes	No	8	Sea Cliff Beach, Village Green
Glen Cove	No	Yes	No	8	Glen Cove Hospital, Waterfront
Greenvale	No	Yes	No	7	NYIT Campus, Roosevelt Park
Roslyn	No	Yes	No	7	Roslyn Village, Museums
Albertson	No	Limited	No	6	Parks, Residential Area
East Williston	No	Yes	No	6	Town of Williston Park
Mineola	Main Line, Bus Transfers	Yes	Yes	4	Courts, Hospitals, Downtown Area

Key Highlights

1. Scenic Route – Gorgeous ride on the Long Island North Shore with great views and less traffic.
2. Historic Stations — Includes quaint, historic stations such as Oyster Bay and Locust Valley.
3. Interconnect with Mineola – Access Main Line (including all NYC connections) at Mineola Station (Major Transfer Point)
4. Parking – Most stations have free or low-cost parking, so it is commuter-friendly.
5. ADA Access Limited – This branch has only Mineola Station fully ADA accessible.
6. Weekend Getaways  — Special for weekend trips to Oyster Bay, Sea Cliff, and area coastal destinations.
7. Less Crowded — Oyster Bay trains tend to be less crowded than Main Line trains.
8. Serves Small Towns – Good for access to residential and suburban sections not served by other LIRR branches.
9. Local Bus Connections — Some stations connect to Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) bus routes.
10. Diesel Service – Runs diesel trains, serving un-electrified areas.

Transfers & Connections

Mineola Station

• Transfer to LIRR Main Line (Port Jefferson, Ronkonkoma, and Huntington branches)
• Local Nassau County Dining Options
• Availability of taxi stands and ride-share

Jamaica Station

• Transfers to nearly all LIRR branches
• Subway Station (E, J, Z lines)
• For travel to and from the airport, you can also take the AirTrain JFK

Atlantic Terminal 

• It is directly connected to the NYC Subway (2, 3, 4, 5, B, D, N, Q, R lines) at Atlantic Ave-Barclays Center.
• Local Brooklyn bus routes

Penn Station 

• [Amtrak | New Jersey Transit | NYC Subway]
• Taxi, airport shuttle, and other transportation options

Grand Central Madison

• New terminal with LIRR service to Midtown East, Manhattan
• Links to NYC Subway (4, 5, 6, 7, and S trains)

Parking & Accessibility Facilities

Oyster Bay Station

• Municipal parking lot (Town of Oyster Bay permits needed)
• Limited daily metered spots
• Bicycle racks available

Glen Head, Glen Street, and Greenvale Stations

• Municipal parking lots, which are free and permit
• Limited street parking nearby

Locust Valley Station

• Permitted Town-managed parking
• Short-term metered options

Mineola Station 

• Large multi-level garage
• Daily renewal & Monthly permit auto payment
• EV charging stations on-site

Accessibility Features:

Mineola Station

• Fully ADA-compliant
• They include elevators, tactile warning strips, and ramps
• Accessible restrooms & waiting areas

Oyster Bay Station

• No steps, ADA-compliant platforms with ramps
• Boarding for those with wheelchairs

Intermediate Stations 

• They may not be wholly accessible, but partial access may come.
• To confirm which services are available, riders needing assistance should check with LIRR in advance

Nearby Attractions:

Oyster Bay Station

• Home of Theodore Roosevelt | Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
• Oyster Bay Waterfront Park
• Raynham Hall Museum

Locust Valley Station

• Bailey Arboretum
• Planting Fields Arboretum (15 mins)
• Local shops and cafes in the village

Glen Cove Station

• Garvies Point Museum & Preserve
• Morgan Memorial Park
• Glen Cove Downtown Arts District

Glen Street Station

• Glen Cove Mansion
• Good access to scenic coastal drives.

Sea Cliff Station

• Sea Cliff Beach
• Sea Cliff Village Museum
• Victorian architecture and small-town charm.

Mineola Station

• Mineola Memorial Park
• Access to nearby hospitals and law offices, restaurants, and sand hopping centers

Train Schedule

Weekday Eastbound Train Schedule:

Train No.	Departing From	Departure Time	Arrives At	Arrival Time	Transfer Required	Final Destination
510	Jamaica	06:25	Oyster Bay	07:35	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay
514	Mineola	07:12	Oyster Bay	07:56	No	Oyster Bay
516	Jamaica	08:22	Oyster Bay	09:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay
518	Mineola	10:17	Oyster Bay	11:03	No	Oyster Bay
520	Mineola	12:17	Oyster Bay	13:03	No	Oyster Bay
522	Jamaica	14:25	Oyster Bay	15:35	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay
524	Mineola	16:17	Oyster Bay	17:03	No	Oyster Bay
526	Jamaica	17:24	Oyster Bay	18:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay
528	Mineola	18:17	Oyster Bay	19:03	No	Oyster Bay
530	Mineola	20:17	Oyster Bay	21:03	No	Oyster Bay
532	Jamaica	22:25	Oyster Bay	23:35	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay

Weekday Westbound Train Schedule:

Train No.	Departing From	Departure Time	Arrives At	Arrival Time	Transfer Required	Final Destination
501	Oyster Bay	05:26	Jamaica	06:43	Yes (at Mineola)	Atlantic Terminal
503	Oyster Bay	06:16	Mineola	07:01	No	Mineola
505	Oyster Bay	07:12	Jamaica	08:28	Yes (at Mineola)	Penn Station
507	Oyster Bay	08:16	Mineola	09:01	No	Mineola
509	Oyster Bay	10:16	Mineola	11:01	No	Mineola
511	Oyster Bay	12:16	Mineola	13:01	No	Mineola
513	Oyster Bay	14:16	Jamaica	15:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Grand Central
515	Oyster Bay	16:16	Mineola	17:01	No	Mineola
517	Oyster Bay	17:16	Jamaica	18:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Penn Station
519	Oyster Bay	18:16	Mineola	19:01	No	Mineola
521	Oyster Bay	20:16	Mineola	21:01	No	Mineola

Weekend Schedule (Both Directions):

Direction	Train No.	Departing From	Departure Time	Arrives At	Arrival Time	Transfer Required	Final Destination
Eastbound	6502	Jamaica	07:16	Oyster Bay	08:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay
Westbound	6501	Oyster Bay	09:16	Jamaica	10:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Jamaica / Penn Station
Eastbound	6504	Jamaica	11:16	Oyster Bay	12:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay
Westbound	6503	Oyster Bay	13:16	Jamaica	14:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Jamaica / GCT
Eastbound	6506	Jamaica	15:16	Oyster Bay	16:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay
Westbound	6505	Oyster Bay	17:16	Jamaica	18:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Jamaica
Eastbound	6508	Jamaica	19:16	Oyster Bay	20:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Oyster Bay
Westbound	6507	Oyster Bay	21:16	Jamaica	22:33	Yes (at Mineola)	Jamaica

Additional tips:

1. Transfer at Mineola: Most Oyster Bay trains require a transfer at Mineola —consult schedules closely to avoid long waits.
2. Use the LIRR TrainTime App: Real-time updates, train tracks, as well as mobile ticketing, save time and prevent an onboard surcharge.
3. Check Weekend Schedules. Weekend service on this branch is limited, so always check ahead of time for train times.
4. Oyster Bay Village Visit: The last stop is perfect as a weekend getaway of scenic small town dining, museums, and parks.
5. And seek out free weekend parking: Many stations have free or low-cost parking on weekends — get there early to get the best spots.