What is the cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square?

The cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square?

The fastest way to get from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) and Times Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square. However, there are services departing from Nameoke St/Redfern Av and arriving at 6 Av/W 44 St via Beach Channel Dr/Beach 54 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Far Rockaway and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square?

The distance between Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) and Times Square is 22 miles. The road distance is 19.9 miles.

How do I travel from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square without a car?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs $7 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square?

The train from Far Rockaway to Grand Central Terminal takes 57 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square bus from?

Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Beach Channel Dr/Beach 54 St station.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square train from?

Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Far Rockaway station.

Train or bus from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square is to train which takes 57 min and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square bus arrive?

Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 6 Av/W 44 St station.

Where does the Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square train arrive?

Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square is 20 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square.

Where can I stay near Times Square?

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There are 5 ways to get from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Far Rockaway to Grand Central Terminaltrain Far Rockaway Branch
57 min
$7–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beach Channel Dr/Beach 54 St to 6 Av/W 44 Stbus Qm15 / ...
2h 25m
$3–7
Drive 19.8 mi
1. Drive from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Squarecar 19.8 mi
34 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Squaretaxi 19.8 mi
34 min
$75–95
Subway
1. Take the subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminalsubway A
1h 18m
$3

Far Rockaway Station (LIRR) to Times Square by foot and train

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Distance: 22.3 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Far Rockaway Station (LIRR), NY, USA and Times Square, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Far Rockaway to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Beach Channel Dr/Beach 54 St to 6 Av/W 44 St hourly, and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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