What is the cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan is to subway which costs $3 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs $70 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Far Rockaway and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Beach 21 St/Mott Av and arriving at Broadway/Spring St via 5 Av/W 33 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Far Rockaway and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Far Rockaway-Mott Av and arriving at Canal St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Far Rockaway and Lower Manhattan is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan without a car is to subway which takes 59 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

The subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to Canal St takes 59 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Beach 21 St/Mott Av station.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan train from?

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

Where does the Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at W 34 St/5 Av station.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Canal St station.

Can I drive from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan is 18 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3925+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

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

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to Canal Stsubway A
59 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Beach 21 St/Mott Av to W 34 St/5 Avbus Qm17
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 33 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1 / ...
1h 43m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattantaxi 18.3 mi
33 min
$70–90
Drive 18.3 mi
1. Drive from Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattancar 18.3 mi
33 min
$4–5

Far Rockaway to Lower Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Far Rockaway, NY, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to Canal St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beach 21 St/Mott Av to Broadway/Spring St via W 34 St/5 Av and 5 Av/W 33 St in around 1h 43m.

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