What is the cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Elmhurst?

The cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Elmhurst?

The fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Elmhurst is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Brooklyn and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct bus from Brooklyn to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Rogers Av/Church Av and arriving at Grand Av/Queens Blvd via Broadway/Roebling St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Brooklyn and Elmhurst?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 15 St-Prospect Park and arriving at Grand Av-Newtown. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Brooklyn to Elmhurst?

The distance between Brooklyn and Elmhurst is 15 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from Brooklyn to Elmhurst without a car?

The best way to get from Brooklyn to Elmhurst without a car is to subway which takes 52 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Brooklyn to Elmhurst?

The subway from 15 St-Prospect Park to Grand Av-Newtown takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn to Elmhurst bus from?

Brooklyn to Elmhurst bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Rogers Av/Church Av station.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn to Elmhurst train from?

Brooklyn to Elmhurst train services, operated by MTA, depart from 15 St-Prospect Park station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Elmhurst bus arrive?

Brooklyn to Elmhurst bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4 station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Elmhurst train arrive?

Brooklyn to Elmhurst train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Grand Av-Newtown station.

Can I drive from Brooklyn to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Brooklyn to Elmhurst is 9 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Brooklyn to Elmhurst.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst?

There are 3233+ hotels available in Elmhurst.

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There are 5 ways to get from Brooklyn to Elmhurst by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 15 St-Prospect Park to Grand Av-Newtownsubway F
52 min
$3
Drive 9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Elmhurstcar 9 mi
17 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rogers Av/Church Av to Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4bus B44-Sbs
2. Take the bus from Broadway/Roebling St to Grand Av/Queens Blvdbus Q59
1h 27m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brooklyn to Elmhursttaxi 9 mi
17 min
$35–45
Line 5 subway, subway
1. Take the subway from Church Av to Lexington Avenue/59th Streetsubway 5
2. Take the subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to Grand Av-Newtownsubway R
1h 3m
$3

Brooklyn to Elmhurst by subway

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Distance: 15.4 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Brooklyn, Kings County, NY, USA and Elmhurst, Queens County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 15 St-Prospect Park to Grand Av-Newtown every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rogers Av/Church Av to Grand Av/Queens Blvd via Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4 and Broadway/Roebling St in around 1h 27m.

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