What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island is to train which takes 8 min and costs $3 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica Station and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av and arriving at Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica Station and Roosevelt Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jamaica and arriving at Woodside. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island?

The distance between Jamaica Station and Roosevelt Island is 6 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

How do I travel from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island without a car is to train which takes 8 min and costs $3 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island?

The train from Jamaica to Woodside takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island?

The best way to get from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island is to train which takes 8 min and costs $3 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island bus arrive?

Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd station.

Where does the Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island train arrive?

Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Woodside station.

Can I drive from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island?

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

Where can I stay near Roosevelt Island?

There are 2823+ hotels available in Roosevelt Island.

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There are 5 ways to get from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Woodsidetrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
8 min
$3–7
Drive 10.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Islandcar 10.9 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av to Queens Blvd/Northern Blvdbus Q60
1h 11m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Islandtaxi 10.9 mi
20 min
$45–55
Subway
1. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Queens Plazasubway E
20 min
$3

Jamaica Station to Roosevelt Island by train

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Distance: 6.1 mi
Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Jamaica Station, NY, USA and Roosevelt Island, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to Woodside every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–7 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Sutphin Blvd/Archer Av to Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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