What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica Station to 86th Street?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica Station to 86th Street is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica Station to 86th Street?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica Station to 86th Street is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica Station and 86th Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Jamaica Station to 86th Street. However, there are services departing from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av and arriving at East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica Station and 86th Street?

No, there is no direct train from Jamaica Station to 86th Street. However, there are services departing from Jamaica and arriving at 86th Street via Grand Central-42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Jamaica Station to 86th Street?

The distance between Jamaica Station and 86th Street is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

How do I travel from Jamaica Station to 86th Street without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica Station to 86th Street without a car is to train and line 6 subway which takes 30 min and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica Station to 86th Street?

It takes approximately 30 min to get from Jamaica Station to 86th Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jamaica Station to 86th Street bus from?

Jamaica Station to 86th Street bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av station.

Where do I catch the Jamaica Station to 86th Street train from?

Jamaica Station to 86th Street train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Where does the Jamaica Station to 86th Street bus arrive?

Jamaica Station to 86th Street bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue station.

Where does the Jamaica Station to 86th Street train arrive?

Jamaica Station to 86th Street train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Jamaica Station to 86th Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica Station to 86th Street is 12 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Jamaica Station to 86th Street.

Where can I stay near 86th Street?

There are 3848+ hotels available in 86th Street.

Jamaica Station to 86th Street - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 6 subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Jamaica Station to 86th Street by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 6 subway
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Grand Central Terminaltrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to 86th Streetsubway 6 / ...
30 min
$8–12
Drive 11.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jamaica Station to 86th Streetcar 11.9 mi
23 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av to East 60th Street & 2nd Avenuebus Q60
1h 33m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica Station to 86th Streettaxi 11.9 mi
23 min
$45–60

Jamaica Station to 86th Street by train and subway

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Distance: 13.2 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Jamaica Station, NY, USA and 86th Street, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av to East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 22m.

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