What is the cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills?

The fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Far Rockaway and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mott Av /Redfern Av and arriving at Hillside Av/153 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Far Rockaway and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Far Rockaway-Mott Av and arriving at Rockaway Blvd. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills?

The distance between Far Rockaway and Forest Hills is 10 miles. The road distance is 11.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills without a car is to subway which takes 27 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills?

The subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to Rockaway Blvd takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Forest Hills bus from?

Far Rockaway to Forest Hills bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Mott Av /Redfern Av station.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Forest Hills train from?

Far Rockaway to Forest Hills train services, operated by MTA, depart from Far Rockaway-Mott Av station.

Train or bus from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills is to bus which takes 51 min and costs $3 - $8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 43 min.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Forest Hills bus arrive?

Far Rockaway to Forest Hills bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hillside Av/153 St station.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Forest Hills train arrive?

Far Rockaway to Forest Hills train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Rockaway Blvd station.

Can I drive from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Far Rockaway to Forest Hills is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills.

Where can I stay near Forest Hills?

There are 2693+ hotels available in Forest Hills.

Far Rockaway to Forest Hills - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Far Rockaway to Forest Hills by subway, bus, taxi, car, or train

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to Rockaway Blvdsubway A
27 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mott Av /Redfern Av to Hillside Av/153 Stbus Q114
51 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Far Rockaway to Forest Hillstaxi 11.6 mi
19 min
$45–60
Drive 11.6 mi
1. Drive from Far Rockaway to Forest Hillscar 11.6 mi
19 min
$3–4
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to Rockaway Blvdsubway A
2. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Avbus Q11 / ...
40 min
$6–11
Train
1. Take the train from Far Rockaway to Forest Hillstrain Far Rockaway Branch
43 min
$6–11

Far Rockaway to Forest Hills by subway

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Distance: 9.7 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to Rockaway Blvd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Mott Av /Redfern Av to Hillside Av/153 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 51 min.

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