What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station is to subway which costs $3 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $55 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Jamaica–179th Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from E 57 St/3 Av and arriving at Hillside Av/180 St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Jamaica–179th Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 5 Av/53 St and arriving at Jamaica-179 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station?

The distance between Manhattan and Jamaica–179th Street Station is 12 miles. The road distance is 13.5 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station without a car is to subway which takes 34 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station?

The subway from 5 Av/53 St to Jamaica-179 St takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station bus from?

Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from E 57 St/3 Av station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station train from?

Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station train services, operated by MTA, depart from 5 Av/53 St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station bus arrive?

Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hillside Av/180 St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station train arrive?

Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Jamaica-179 St station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station is 14 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station.

Where can I stay near Jamaica–179th Street Station?

There are 2466+ hotels available in Jamaica–179th Street Station.

Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station - 4 ways to travel via subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the subway from 5 Av/53 St to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F / ...
34 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from E 57 St/3 Av to Hillside Av/180 Stbus Qm68
51 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Stationtaxi 13.4 mi
25 min
$55–65
Drive 13.4 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Stationcar 13.4 mi
25 min
$3–4

Manhattan to Jamaica–179th Street Station by subway and foot

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Jamaica–179th Street Station, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 5 Av/53 St to Jamaica-179 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from E 57 St/3 Av to Hillside Av/180 St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 49 min.

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