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Manhattan to Terminal 8 (Station) trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manhattan and Terminal 8 (Station) takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. The train runs at least 4 times per hour from Manhattan to Terminal 8 (Station). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

40 min
Duration
17 mi
Distance
$16
Average price
Every 15 minutes
Frequency

Train, tram

best
  1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaicatrain train Hempstead Branch / ...
  2. Take the tram from Jamaica Station to Terminal 8tram tram AirTrain
36 min
$14–18

Manhattan to Terminal 8 (Station) train times

Trains run every 15 minutes between Manhattan and Terminal 8 (Station). The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manhattan is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Terminal 8 (Station) at 11:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Jamaica and take an average of 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Long Island Rail RoadJFK Airtrain43 min • 1 change

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    Long Island Rail RoadJFK Airtrain40 min • 1 change

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    Long Island Rail RoadJFK Airtrain46 min • 1 change

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    Long Island Rail RoadJFK Airtrain48 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 17 mi
  • Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Terminal 8 (Station), NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 86 St to Howard Beach-JFK Airport hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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