What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica to New York, NY?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica to New York, NY is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica to New York, NY?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica to New York, NY is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica and New York, NY?

No, there is no direct bus from Jamaica to New York, NY. 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 46m.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica and New York, NY?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sutphin Blvd and arriving at East Broadway. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Jamaica to New York, NY?

The distance between Jamaica and New York, NY is 15 miles. The road distance is 11 miles.

How do I travel from Jamaica to New York, NY without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica to New York, NY without a car is to subway which takes 49 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica to New York, NY?

The subway from Sutphin Blvd to East Broadway takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to New York, NY bus from?

Jamaica to New York, NY bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Jamaica Av/146 St station.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to New York, NY train from?

Jamaica to New York, NY train services, operated by MTA, depart from Sutphin Blvd station.

Where does the Jamaica to New York, NY bus arrive?

Jamaica to New York, NY bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Bay 3 station.

Where does the Jamaica to New York, NY train arrive?

Jamaica to New York, NY train services, operated by MTA, arrive at East Broadway station.

Can I drive from Jamaica to New York, NY?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica to New York, NY is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Jamaica to New York, NY.

Where can I stay near New York, NY?

There are 3394+ hotels available in New York, NY.

Jamaica to New York, NY - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd to East Broadwaysubway F / ...
49 min
$3
Drive 11 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jamaica to New York, NYcar 11 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jamaica Av/146 St to Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Bay 3bus Q54
1h 46m
$3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica to New York, NYtaxi 11 mi
20 min
$45–55
Subway via Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport
1. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Bowerysubway J / ...
53 min
$3

Jamaica to New York, NY by subway and foot

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Distance: 14.8 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Sutphin Blvd to East Broadway every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 44 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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