What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York is to train which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Hills Station (LIRR) and New York?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Blvd/70 Av and arriving at E 34 St/3 Av. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Forest Hills Station (LIRR) and New York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Forest Hills and arriving at New York Penn Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York?

The distance between Forest Hills Station (LIRR) and New York is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.6 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York?

The train from Forest Hills to Penn Station takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York bus from?

Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Queens Blvd/70 Av station.

Where do I catch the Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York train from?

Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Forest Hills station.

Train or bus from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York?

The best way to get from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York is to train which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York bus arrive?

Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 34 St/3 Av station.

Where does the Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York train arrive?

Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York is 10 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York.

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Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Hills to New York Penn Stationtrain Babylon Branch / ...
14 min
$4–8
Drive 9.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New Yorkcar 9.5 mi
19 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/70 Av to E 34 St/3 Avbus Qm18
36 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New Yorktaxi 9.5 mi
19 min
$40–50
Subway
1. Take the subway from Forest Hills-71 Av to W 4 St-Wash Sqsubway E / ...
33 min
$3
Bus via Yellowstone Blvd/69 Av
1. Take the bus from Yellowstone Blvd/69 Av to E 34 St/3 Avbus Qm12 / ...
36 min
$3–8

Forest Hills Station (LIRR) to New York by foot and train

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Forest Hills Station (LIRR), NY, USA and New York, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Forest Hills to New York Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $4–8 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Queens Blvd/70 Av to E 34 St/3 Av 4 times a day. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 30 min.

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