What is the cheapest way to get from Beacon to Forest Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Beacon to Forest Hills is to drive which costs $11 - $18 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beacon to Forest Hills?

The fastest way to get from Beacon to Forest Hills is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $11 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Beacon and Forest Hills?

No, there is no direct train from Beacon to Forest Hills. However, there are services departing from Beacon and arriving at Forest Hills via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Beacon to Forest Hills?

The distance between Beacon and Forest Hills is 67 miles. The road distance is 65.5 miles.

How do I travel from Beacon to Forest Hills without a car?

The best way to get from Beacon to Forest Hills without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $20 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Beacon to Forest Hills?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Beacon to Forest Hills, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beacon to Forest Hills bus from?

Beacon to Forest Hills bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center station.

Where do I catch the Beacon to Forest Hills train from?

Beacon to Forest Hills train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Beacon station.

Train or bus from Beacon to Forest Hills?

The best way to get from Beacon to Forest Hills is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $20 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $40 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Beacon to Forest Hills bus arrive?

Beacon to Forest Hills bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at W 58th St & 5th Ave station.

Where does the Beacon to Forest Hills train arrive?

Beacon to Forest Hills train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Beacon to Forest Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Beacon to Forest Hills is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Beacon to Forest Hills.

Where can I stay near Forest Hills?

There are 3379+ hotels available in Forest Hills.

Beacon to Forest Hills - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Beacon and Forest Hills?

No, there is no direct bus from Beacon to Forest Hills. However, there are services departing from Beekman St & High St and arriving at Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Av via Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center and East 57th Street & Madison Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Beacon to Forest Hills by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Beacon to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
2h 23m
$20–33
Drive 65.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Beacon to Forest Hillscar 65.1 mi
1h 36m
$12–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center to W 58th St & 5th Avebus ShortLine Hudson
2. Take the bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Avbus Qm15
4h 6m
$16–40

Beacon to Forest Hills by train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 66.5 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Beacon, NY, USA and Forest Hills, Queens County, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Beacon to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $16–25 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beekman St & High St to Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Av via Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center, W 58th St & 5th Ave, and East 57th Street & Madison Avenue in around 4h 6m.

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