What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica–179th Street Station and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy and arriving at Madison Av/E 33 St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica–179th Street Station and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jamaica-179 St and arriving at 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square?

The distance between Jamaica–179th Street Station and Times Square is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square?

The subway from Jamaica-179 St to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square bus from?

Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy station.

Where do I catch the Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square train from?

Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square train services, operated by MTA, depart from Jamaica-179 St station.

Where does the Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square bus arrive?

Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 33 St station.

Where does the Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square train arrive?

Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr station.

Can I drive from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square is 13 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square.

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Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square

Q: How do I travel from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square without a car is to subway which takes 33 min and costs $3.

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There are 5 ways to get from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Jamaica-179 St to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctrsubway F / ...
33 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy to Madison Av/E 33 Stbus Qm68
1h 1m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Squaretaxi 12.6 mi
23 min
$50–65
Drive 12.6 mi
1. Drive from Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Squarecar 12.6 mi
23 min
$3–4
Bus via 188 St/64 Av
1. Take the bus from Hillside Av/178 St to 188 St/64 Avbus Q17
2. Take the bus from 188 St/64 Av to 6 Av/W 42 Stbus Qm5
1h 48m
$3–7

Jamaica–179th Street Station to Times Square by foot and subway

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Jamaica–179th Street Station, NY, USA and Times Square, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Jamaica-179 St to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Hillside Av/Midland Pkwy to Madison Av/E 33 St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h.

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