What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Howard Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 44 St and arriving at Cross Bay Blvd/159 Av. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Howard Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach. However, there are services departing from Grand Central-42 St and arriving at Howard Beach-JFK Airport via Fulton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach?

The distance between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Howard Beach is 15 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

Where do I catch the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach bus from?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 44 St station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach train from?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand Central-42 St station.

Where does the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach bus arrive?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Cross Bay Blvd/159 Av station.

Can I drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach is 12 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach.

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Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach

Q: How do I travel from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach without a car is to line 4 subway and subway which takes 55 min and costs $3.

Q: How long does it take to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 4 subway, subway
best
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to Fulton Stsubway 4 / ...
2. Take the subway from Fulton St to Howard Beach-JFK Airportsubway A
55 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 44 St to Cross Bay Blvd/159 Avbus Qm15 / ...
1h 16m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beachtaxi 11.7 mi
22 min
$45–60
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beachcar 11.7 mi
22 min
$3–4
Bus via E 34 St/Park Av
1. Take the bus from E 34 St/Park Av to Cross Bay Blvd/159 Avbus Qm15 / ...
1h 27m
$3–8

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach by foot and subway

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA and Howard Beach, NY, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Howard Beach-JFK Airport via Grand Central-42 St and Fulton St in around 55 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 44 St to Cross Bay Blvd/159 Av hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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