What is the cheapest way to get from Jamaica to Washington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Jamaica to Washington Heights is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica to Washington Heights?

The fastest way to get from Jamaica to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Jamaica and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Archer Av/Sutphin Blvd and arriving at Devoe Av/Wyatt St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Jamaica and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd and arriving at 181 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Jamaica to Washington Heights?

The distance between Jamaica and Washington Heights is 19 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

How do I travel from Jamaica to Washington Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Jamaica to Washington Heights without a car is to train and line 1 subway which takes 53 min and costs $8 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Jamaica to Washington Heights?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Jamaica to Washington Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to Washington Heights bus from?

Jamaica to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Archer Av/Sutphin Blvd station.

Where do I catch the Jamaica to Washington Heights train from?

Jamaica to Washington Heights train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Where does the Jamaica to Washington Heights bus arrive?

Jamaica to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Devoe Av/Wyatt St station.

Where does the Jamaica to Washington Heights train arrive?

Jamaica to Washington Heights train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Jamaica to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Jamaica to Washington Heights is 16 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Jamaica to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3594+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

Jamaica to Washington Heights - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 1 subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Jamaica to Washington Heights by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain Long Beach Branch / ...
2. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 181 Stsubway 1
53 min
$8–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Archer Av/Sutphin Blvd to Devoe Av/Wyatt Stbus Q44-Sbs
1h 17m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jamaica to Washington Heightstaxi 15.8 mi
22 min
$60–80
Drive 15.8 mi
1. Drive from Jamaica to Washington Heightscar 15.8 mi
22 min
$3–5
Subway
1. Take the subway from Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd to 181 Stsubway A
1h 8m
$3

Jamaica to Washington Heights by train and subway

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Archer Av/Sutphin Blvd to Devoe Av/Wyatt St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd to 181 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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