What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica to New York City Center?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica to New York City Center is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica to New York City Center?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica to New York City Center is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica and New York City Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd and arriving at 6 Av/W 57 St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica and New York City Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport and arriving at 7 Av. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Jamaica to New York City Center?

The distance between Jamaica and New York City Center is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.9 miles.

How do I travel from Jamaica to New York City Center without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica to New York City Center without a car is to subway which takes 32 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica to New York City Center?

The subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to 7 Av takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to New York City Center bus from?

Jamaica to New York City Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd station.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to New York City Center train from?

Jamaica to New York City Center train services, operated by MTA, depart from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport station.

Where does the Jamaica to New York City Center bus arrive?

Jamaica to New York City Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 6 Av/W 57 St station.

Where does the Jamaica to New York City Center train arrive?

Jamaica to New York City Center train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 7 Av station.

Can I drive from Jamaica to New York City Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica to New York City Center is 12 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Jamaica to New York City Center.

Where can I stay near New York City Center?

There are 3679+ hotels available in New York City Center.

Jamaica to New York City Center - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Jamaica to New York City Center by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to 7 Avsubway E
32 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to 6 Av/W 57 Stbus Qm15
54 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica to New York City Centertaxi 11.8 mi
21 min
$45–60
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Jamaica to New York City Centercar 11.8 mi
21 min
$3–4
Bus via Lefferts Blvd/Liberty Av
1. Take the bus from Lefferts Blvd/Liberty Av to 6th Ave/West 51st Streetbus Qm18
1h 14m
$3–8

Jamaica to New York City Center by subway and foot

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Jamaica, NY, USA and New York City Center, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to 7 Av every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to 6 Av/W 57 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 51 min.

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