What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica to Upper East Side?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica to Upper East Side is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica to Upper East Side?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica to Upper East Side is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica and Upper East Side?

No, there is no direct train from Jamaica to Upper East Side. However, there are services departing from Jamaica and arriving at 86th Street via Grand Central-42 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Jamaica to Upper East Side?

The distance between Jamaica and Upper East Side is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

How do I travel from Jamaica to Upper East Side without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica to Upper East Side without a car is to train and line 6 subway which takes 30 min and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica to Upper East Side?

It takes approximately 30 min to get from Jamaica to Upper East Side, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to Upper East Side train from?

Jamaica to Upper East Side train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Where does the Jamaica to Upper East Side train arrive?

Jamaica to Upper East Side train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Jamaica to Upper East Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica to Upper East Side is 13 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Jamaica to Upper East Side.

Where can I stay near Upper East Side?

There are 3924+ hotels available in Upper East Side.

Jamaica to Upper East Side - 5 ways to travel via train, line 6 subway, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Jamaica to Upper East Side by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 6 subway
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Grand Central Terminaltrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to 86th Streetsubway 6 / ...
30 min
$8–12
Drive 12.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jamaica to Upper East Sidecar 12.6 mi
23 min
$3–4
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Woodsidetrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from Woodside Av/61 St to 1 St/27 Avbus Q18
46 min
$7–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica to Upper East Sidetaxi 12.6 mi
23 min
$50–65
Subway
1. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd to Lexington Av/63 Stsubway F
33 min
$3

Jamaica to Upper East Side by train and subway

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30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 13.2 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Jamaica, NY, USA and Upper East Side, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Sutphin Blvd to Lexington Av/63 St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 25 min.

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