What is the cheapest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills?

The fastest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lower Manhattan and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfort St / Pearl St and arriving at 59 Av/92 St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Lower Manhattan and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Broadway-Lafayette St and arriving at Forest Hills-71 Av. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills?

The distance between Lower Manhattan and Forest Hills is 11 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

How do I travel from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills without a car?

The best way to get from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills without a car is to subway which takes 33 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills?

The subway from Broadway-Lafayette St to Forest Hills-71 Av takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills bus from?

Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Frankfort St / Pearl St station.

Where do I catch the Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills train from?

Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills train services, operated by MTA, depart from Broadway-Lafayette St station.

Where does the Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills bus arrive?

Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 59 Av/92 St station.

Where does the Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills train arrive?

Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Forest Hills-71 Av station.

Can I drive from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills.

Where can I stay near Forest Hills?

There are 3322+ hotels available in Forest Hills.

Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Broadway-Lafayette St to Forest Hills-71 Avsubway F / ...
33 min
$3
Drive 8.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hillscar 8.2 mi
16 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfort St / Pearl St to 59 Av/92 Stbus Qm11
41 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lower Manhattan to Forest Hillstaxi 8.2 mi
16 min
$35–50
Bus via Madison Av/E 35 St
1. Take the bus from Centre St/Broome St to Madison Av/E 35 Stbus M1
2. Take the bus from E 34 St /5 Av to Woodhaven Blvd/Metropolitan Avbus Bm5 / ...
1h 6m
$6–15

Lower Manhattan to Forest Hills by subway

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Lower Manhattan, NY, USA and Forest Hills, Queens County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Broadway-Lafayette St to Forest Hills-71 Av every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Frankfort St / Pearl St to 59 Av/92 St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 41 min.

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