What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica Station and Lower Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Jamaica Av/146 St and arriving at Allen St/Delancey St via Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica Station and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport and arriving at Bowery. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Jamaica Station and Lower Manhattan is 12 miles. The road distance is 10.6 miles.

How do I travel from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan without a car is to subway which takes 46 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan?

The subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Bowery takes 46 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Jamaica Av/146 St station.

Where do I catch the Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan train from?

Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport station.

Where does the Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Bay 3 station.

Where does the Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Bowery station.

Can I drive from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3828+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

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There are 4 ways to get from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Bowerysubway J / ...
46 min
$3
Drive 10.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattancar 10.6 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jamaica Av/146 St to Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Bay 3bus Q54
1h 45m
$3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattantaxi 10.6 mi
20 min
$40–55

Jamaica Station to Lower Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 11.5 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Jamaica Station, NY, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Bowery every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Jamaica Av/146 St to Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Bay 3 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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