What is the cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Jamaica?

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Jamaica is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Jamaica?

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Jamaica is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and Jamaica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 33 St and arriving at Queens Blvd/84 Dr. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and Jamaica?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New York Penn Station station and arriving at Jamaica. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Empire State Building to Jamaica?

The distance between Empire State Building and Jamaica is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

How do I travel from Empire State Building to Jamaica without a car?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Jamaica without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Empire State Building to Jamaica?

The train from Penn Station to Jamaica takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Jamaica bus from?

Empire State Building to Jamaica bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 33 St station.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Jamaica train from?

Empire State Building to Jamaica train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from Empire State Building to Jamaica?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Jamaica is to train which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 1h.

Where does the Empire State Building to Jamaica bus arrive?

Empire State Building to Jamaica bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Blvd/84 Dr station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Jamaica train arrive?

Empire State Building to Jamaica train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Empire State Building to Jamaica?

Yes, the driving distance between Empire State Building to Jamaica is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Empire State Building to Jamaica.

Where can I stay near Jamaica?

There are 3244+ hotels available in Jamaica.

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There are 5 ways to get from Empire State Building to Jamaica by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Jamaicatrain Port Jefferson Branch / ...
31 min
$5–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 33 St to Queens Blvd/84 Drbus Qm68 / ...
1h
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to Jamaicataxi 12.3 mi
18 min
$50–60
Drive 12.3 mi
1. Drive from Empire State Building to Jamaicacar 12.3 mi
18 min
$3–4
Subway
1. Take the subway from 34 St-Herald Sq to Sutphin Blvdsubway F / ...
34 min
$3

Empire State Building to Jamaica by foot and train

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Empire State Building, NY, USA and Jamaica, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from New York Penn Station to Jamaica every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 33 St to Queens Blvd/84 Dr hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 56 min.

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