What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica and Times Square–42nd Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd and arriving at 6 Av/W 44 St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica and Times Square–42nd Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jamaica and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The distance between Jamaica and Times Square–42nd Street Station is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The train from Jamaica to Grand Central Terminal takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station bus from?

Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd station.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station train from?

Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Train or bus from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

The best way to get from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station is to train which takes 27 min and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 47 min.

Where does the Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station bus arrive?

Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 6 Av/W 44 St station.

Where does the Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station train arrive?

Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station.

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There are 7 ways to get from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Grand Central Terminaltrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
27 min
$5–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to 6 Av/W 44 Stbus Qm15
47 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Stationtaxi 11.6 mi
20 min
$45–60
Drive 11.6 mi
1. Drive from Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Stationcar 11.6 mi
20 min
$3–4
Subway
1. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd to 42 St-Bryant Parksubway F / ...
31 min
$3
Bus via Queens Blvd/Main St
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/Main St to Madison Av/E 40 Stbus Qm68
58 min
$3–8
Bus via Lefferts Blvd/Liberty Av
1. Take the bus from Lefferts Blvd/Liberty Av to 6 Av/W 38 Stbus Qm18
1h 7m
$3–8

Jamaica to Times Square–42nd Street Station by train and foot

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Distance: 11.3 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Jamaica, NY, USA and Times Square–42nd Street Station, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to Grand Central Terminal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to 6 Av/W 44 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 46 min.

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