What is the cheapest way to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island?

The cheapest way to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island?

The fastest way to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between JFK Airport Terminal 4 and Roosevelt Island?

No, there is no direct bus from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island. However, there are services departing from Sutphin Blvd/95 Av and arriving at Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between JFK Airport Terminal 4 and Roosevelt Island?

No, there is no direct train from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island. However, there are services departing from Terminal 4 and arriving at Queens Plaza via Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island?

The distance between JFK Airport Terminal 4 and Roosevelt Island is 14 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

How do I travel from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island without a car?

The best way to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island without a car is to tram and subway which takes 36 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island?

It takes approximately 36 min to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island bus from?

JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Sutphin Blvd/95 Av station.

Where do I catch the JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island train from?

JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, depart from Terminal 4 station.

Where does the JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island bus arrive?

JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd station.

Where does the JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island train arrive?

JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, arrive at Jamaica Station.

Can I drive from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island?

Yes, the driving distance between JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island.

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There are 5 ways to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island by tram, subway, bus, taxi, car, or shuttle

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Tram, subway
best
1. Take the tram from Terminal 4 to Jamaica Stationtram AirTrain
2. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Queens Plazasubway E
36 min
$12
Drive 15.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Islandcar 15.7 mi
25 min
$3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sutphin Blvd/95 Av to Queens Blvd/Northern Blvdbus Q60
1h 35m
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 15.7 mi
25 min
$65–85
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Centralshuttle JFK Airport Shuttle
46 min
$38–43

JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Roosevelt Island by tram and subway

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Distance: 14.1 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between JFK Airport Terminal 4, NY, USA and Roosevelt Island, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Sutphin Blvd/95 Av to Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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