What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica and Long Island City (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Blvd/78 Av and arriving at Madison Av/E 25 St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica and Long Island City (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jamaica and arriving at New York Penn Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station)?

The distance between Jamaica and Long Island City (Station) is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

How do I travel from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs $5 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station)?

The train from Jamaica to Penn Station takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) bus from?

Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Queens Blvd/78 Av station.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station)?

The best way to get from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) is to train which takes 32 min and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) bus arrive?

Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 25 St station.

Where does the Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) train arrive?

Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) is 12 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station).

Where can I stay near Long Island City (Station)?

There are 2823+ hotels available in Long Island City (Station).

Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain Babylon Branch / ...
32 min
$5–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/78 Av to Madison Av/E 25 Stbus Qm63 / ...
44 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station)taxi 12 mi
22 min
$45–60
Drive 12 mi
1. Drive from Jamaica to Long Island City (Station)car 12 mi
22 min
$3–4
Subway
1. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd to 23 Stsubway F / ...
33 min
$3

Jamaica to Long Island City (Station) by train and foot

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Distance: 11.9 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Jamaica, NY, USA and Long Island City (Station), NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to New York Penn Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Queens Blvd/78 Av to Madison Av/E 25 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 37 min.

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