What is the cheapest way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica?

The cheapest way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica?

The fastest way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Midtown Manhattan and Jamaica?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 54 St and arriving at Queens Blvd/Main St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Midtown Manhattan and Jamaica?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Jamaica. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica?

The distance between Midtown Manhattan and Jamaica is 11 miles. The road distance is 13 miles.

How do I travel from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica without a car?

The best way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $5 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaica takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica bus from?

Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 54 St station.

Where do I catch the Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica train from?

Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica?

The best way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica is to train which takes 21 min and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica bus arrive?

Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Blvd/Main St station.

Where does the Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica train arrive?

Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica?

Yes, the driving distance between Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica is 13 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica.

Where can I stay near Jamaica?

There are 3349+ hotels available in Jamaica.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaicatrain Babylon Branch / ...
21 min
$5–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 54 St to Queens Blvd/Main Stbus Qm68 / ...
44 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaicataxi 12.9 mi
19 min
$50–65
Drive 12.9 mi
1. Drive from Midtown Manhattan to Jamaicacar 12.9 mi
19 min
$3–4
Subway
1. Take the subway from 5 Av/53 St to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airportsubway E
27 min
$3

Midtown Manhattan to Jamaica by train

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Midtown Manhattan, NY, USA and Jamaica, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaica every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 54 St to Queens Blvd/Main St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 44 min.

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