What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills is to train which takes 15 min and costs $4 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5 Av/W 39 St and arriving at Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Av. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Forest Hills. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Forest Hills is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs $4 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 5 Av/W 39 St station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills is to train which takes 15 min and costs $4 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Av station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Forest Hills station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills.

Where can I stay near Forest Hills?

There are 3485+ hotels available in Forest Hills.

Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hillstrain West Hempstead Branch / ...
15 min
$4–8
Drive 8.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hillscar 8.8 mi
15 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 39 St to Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Avbus Bm5
38 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hillstaxi 8.8 mi
15 min
$35–45
Bus via Queens Blvd/Union Tpke
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 40 St to Queens Blvd/Union Tpkebus Qm63 / ...
52 min
$3–8

Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills by foot and train

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Forest Hills, Queens County, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Forest Hills every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–8 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 5 Av/W 39 St to Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Av hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 31 min.

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