Efficient Day Trip to Bronx Zoo from Copiague via Train

Day 1: Bronx Zoo Adventure

Bronx, New York, USA on June 8, 2025

7:00am

Train Depart from Copiague to Penn Station

Begin early morning at Copiague station and take the LIRR to Penn Station in Manhattan, a journey of approximately one hour and 20 minutes.
USD24, 1h20m

8:30am

Metro-North from Penn Station to Fordham

Transfer at Penn Station to Metro-North Harlem Line towards Fordham Station. This leg takes about 20 minutes.
USD7, 20m

9:00am

Bus Ride from Fordham Station to Bronx Zoo

Catch the Bx9 bus from Fordham Station to the Bronx Zoo entrance, a short 10-minute ride.
USD2.75, 10m

9:30am

Breakfast at Dancing Crane Cafe

Enjoy a hearty breakfast inside the Bronx Zoo at the Dancing Crane Cafe, open from 9 AM, featuring sandwiches, coffee, and fresh pastries to fuel your day.
USD15, 45m

10:15am

Explore the Bronx Zoo

Start your visit at the Bronx Zoo, one of the largest metropolitan zoos in the world. Enjoy exhibits such as Tiger Mountain, Congo Gorilla Forest, and the Butterfly Garden. The zoo opens at 10 AM and closes at 5 PM.
USD29.95, 5h

1:00pm

Lunch at Dancing Crane Cafe

Take a break for lunch at the same cafe offering a variety of fresh and quick options including salads, sandwiches, and vegetarian dishes.
USD20, 1h

3:30pm

Visit the Children’s Zoo and Bug Carousel

Explore the Children’s Zoo section with interactive exhibits and the Bug Carousel, great for hands-on experience and family fun.
Included with admission, 1h

4:30pm

Return Journey to Copiague

Start heading back by taking Bx9 bus to Fordham Station, then Metro-North to Penn Station, followed by LIRR back to Copiague.
USD33.75, Approx 1h 50m

6:30pm

Dinner Option in Copiague

Conclude your trip with a relaxing dinner at Kamal’s Restaurant & Bar offering American and Mediterranean dishes, open until 9 PM.
USD25, 1h
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