What is the cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway?

The cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway?

The fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Far Rockaway?

No, there is no direct train from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway. However, there are services departing from Elizabeth and arriving at Far Rockaway via New York Penn Station and Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway?

The distance between Elizabeth and Far Rockaway is 38 miles. The road distance is 31.2 miles.

How do I travel from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway without a car?

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $10 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Far Rockaway train from?

Elizabeth to Far Rockaway train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Elizabeth station.

Where does the Elizabeth to Far Rockaway train arrive?

Elizabeth to Far Rockaway train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway?

Yes, the driving distance between Elizabeth to Far Rockaway is 31 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway.

Where can I stay near Far Rockaway?

There are 657+ hotels available in Far Rockaway.

Elizabeth to Far Rockaway - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway by train, car, taxi, bus, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elizabeth to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Jamaicatrain
3. Take the train from Jamaica to Far Rockawaytrain
1h 44m
$10–30
Drive 31 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elizabeth to Far Rockawaycar 31 mi
50 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elizabeth to Far Rockawaytaxi 31 mi
50 min
$180–220
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Broad St At Jersey St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 112
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Far Rockaway-Mott Avsubway A
2h 10m
$13–31

Elizabeth to Far Rockaway by train

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Distance: 38 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Elizabeth, NJ, USA and Far Rockaway, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Elizabeth to Far Rockaway via New York Penn Station and Jamaica in around 1h 44m.

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