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Montauk to LGA
Private Car Service

Door-to-door service from the tip of Long Island to LaGuardia Airport. We pick you up at your Montauk home, hotel, or rental and drop you curbside at your terminal.

2h 45m-3h 15m

Drive Time

~115 Miles

Distance

Fixed Rate

No Surge

Door to Door

Curbside Drop

Quick Facts: Montauk to LGA

  • Drive time: 2h 45m to 3h 15m (add 30-60 min during rush hour or weekends)
  • Distance: Approximately 115 miles via LIE and Grand Central Parkway
  • Fixed pricing: $325-$425 depending on vehicle, locked at booking
  • Pickup: Your home, hotel, or any Montauk address
  • Drop-off: Curbside at your LGA terminal
  • Early mornings: 1am, 2am, 3am pickups available

The Route: Montauk to LaGuardia

The drive from Montauk to LaGuardia covers roughly 115 miles and takes 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes under normal traffic. We head west on Route 27 through Amagansett and East Hampton, connect to the Long Island Expressway, then take the Grand Central Parkway directly to LGA.

Traffic reality: The route to LGA passes through Queens, where airport-area traffic can be unpredictable. Summer weekend afternoons and weekday rush hours require extra buffer time. We monitor conditions and adjust routes as needed.

Why Private Car Service from Montauk

Montauk is the most remote town in the Hamptons. Getting a rideshare for a 115-mile airport trip is nearly impossible:

Uber Black / Lyft Lux

  • $450-$650+ if you can find one
  • Almost no drivers in Montauk
  • Wait times measured in hours, not minutes
  • Cancellations guaranteed for 3-hour trips
  • Not a realistic option from Montauk

Hamptons Leisure Limo

  • $325-$425 fixed rate, no surge
  • Reliable pickups from Montauk
  • Guaranteed ride, no cancellations
  • Driver arrives 10 minutes early
  • Price locked regardless of traffic

What's Included in Your Montauk to LGA Transfer

  • Door-to-door service: Pickup from your exact Montauk address, drop-off curbside at LGA.
  • Luggage handling: Your driver handles all bags. Surfboards, fishing rods, and oversized items accommodated.
  • Very early morning availability: 1am, 2am, 3am pickups for early LGA flights. Driver arrives 10 minutes early.
  • Amenities: Bottled water, phone chargers, climate control for the nearly 3-hour ride.

Montauk Pickup Locations

We pick up from any address in Montauk:

  • Montauk Village
  • Gurney's Montauk Resort
  • The Surf Lodge
  • Montauk Manor
  • Ditch Plains
  • Montauk Harbor
  • Hither Hills
  • Private homes and rentals

Book Your Montauk to LGA Transfer

Text us your pickup address, date, time, and flight details. We'll confirm your fixed rate and have a driver ready.

Vehicle Options for Montauk to LGA

Mercedes S-Class

Up to 3 passengers

Executive sedan for solo travelers or couples. Comfortable for the long ride.

Chevrolet Suburban

Up to 6 passengers

Most popular choice. Room for families, luggage, and beach gear.

Mercedes Sprinter

Up to 14 passengers

Groups or families with surfboards and fishing gear.

When to Leave Montauk for Your LGA Flight

Given the longer drive from Montauk, timing is critical:

  • Domestic flights: Leave 5.5 to 6 hours before departure (2h 45m-3h 15m drive + 2 hr airport time)
  • Rush hour flights: Add 30-60 minutes for Queens traffic
  • Summer weekends: Add buffer for Hamptons westbound traffic
  • Early morning flights: Less traffic, but maintain airport buffer

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Montauk to LaGuardia Airport?

The drive from Montauk to LGA takes 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes under normal traffic conditions. During summer weekends or rush hour, add 30-60 minutes for traffic, especially around Queens.

How much does a car service from Montauk to LGA cost?

Fixed-rate car service from Montauk to LGA costs $325-$425 depending on vehicle type. This includes pickup from your home or rental at the end of Long Island and curbside drop-off at LGA. No surge pricing.

Is JFK or LGA closer to Montauk?

JFK is slightly closer in terms of drive time. Montauk to JFK takes about 2.5-3 hours; Montauk to LGA takes about 2h 45m-3h 15m. Both are roughly 115-120 miles, but LGA requires going through more Queens traffic.

Can you pick me up very early from Montauk for an LGA flight?

Yes. Given the long drive from Montauk, very early pickups are common. For a 7am LGA flight, we'd pick you up around 1am. Your driver arrives 10 minutes early and helps with all luggage.

What route do you take from Montauk to LaGuardia?

We take Route 27 (Montauk Highway) west through the Hamptons, connect to the Long Island Expressway, then exit via the Grand Central Parkway to LGA. Your driver monitors traffic and may use alternate routes if needed.

Other Routes from Montauk

Montauk → JFK

~2.5 - 3 hours

Montauk → Manhattan

~2.5 - 3 hours

LGA → Montauk

Return trip

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