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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Jamaica to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Blvd/ Main St and arriving at Frankfort St / Pearl St. Services depart five times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica 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 to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Jamaica and Lower Manhattan is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Jamaica 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 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 to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Jamaica to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Queens Blvd/78 Av station.

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

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

Where does the Jamaica to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Jamaica to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 25 St station.

Where does the Jamaica to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jamaica to Lower Manhattan?

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

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3746+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Jamaica to Lower Manhattan - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Jamaica 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 11 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jamaica to Lower Manhattancar 11 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus via Madison Av/E 25 St
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/78 Av to Madison Av/E 25 Stbus Qm63 / ...
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 23 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1 / ...
57 min
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica to Lower Manhattantaxi 11 mi
20 min
$50–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/ Main St to Frankfort St / Pearl Stbus Qm65
1h 5m
$3–8

Jamaica to Lower Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 11.5 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Jamaica, 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, you can take a bus from Queens Blvd/78 Av to Broadway/Spring St via Madison Av/E 25 St and 5 Av/W 23 St in around 57 min.

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