What is the cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station?

The cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station?

The fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Far Rockaway and Jamaica Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Beach Channel Dr /Nameoke St and arriving at Archer Av /160 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Far Rockaway and Jamaica Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Far Rockaway and arriving at Jamaica. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station?

The distance between Far Rockaway and Jamaica Station is 11 miles. The road distance is 8.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $5 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station?

The train from Far Rockaway to Jamaica takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station bus from?

Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Beach Channel Dr /Nameoke St station.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station train from?

Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Far Rockaway station.

Train or bus from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station is to train which takes 36 min and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station bus arrive?

Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Archer Av /160 St station.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station train arrive?

Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station.

Where can I stay near Jamaica Station?

There are 2477+ hotels available in Jamaica Station.

Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Far Rockaway to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch
36 min
$5–10
Drive 8.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Stationcar 8.5 mi
15 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Beach Channel Dr /Nameoke St to Archer Av /160 Stbus Q114
1h 1m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Far Rockaway to Jamaica Stationtaxi 8.5 mi
15 min
$35–45

Far Rockaway to Jamaica Station by train

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Far Rockaway, NY, USA and Jamaica Station, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Far Rockaway to Jamaica hourly. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Beach Channel Dr /Nameoke St to Archer Av /160 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 47 min.

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