What is the cheapest way to get from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton?

The cheapest way to get from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton?

The fastest way to get from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton is to Airport Transfer which takes 34 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between New York JFK Airport (JFK) and Stapleton?

No, there is no direct bus from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton. However, there are services departing from W 42 St/5 Av and arriving at Forest Av/Victory Blvd via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton?

The distance between New York JFK Airport (JFK) and Stapleton is 24 miles. The road distance is 20.8 miles.

How do I travel from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton without a car?

The best way to get from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton without a car is to train and ferry which takes 1h 47m and costs $19 - $24.

How long does it take to get from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton bus from?

New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from W 42 St/5 Av station.

Where does the New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton bus arrive?

New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Forest Av/Victory Blvd station.

Can I drive from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton?

Yes, the driving distance between New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton is 21 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton.

Where can I stay near Stapleton?

There are 2775+ hotels available in Stapleton.

Can I share a ride from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between New York JFK Airport (JFK) and Stapleton. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton - 7 ways to travel via train, and ferry

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There are 7 ways to get from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton by train, ferry, subway, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Atlantic Terminaltrain City Terminal Zone / ...
2. Take the ferry from Whitehall Ferry Terminal to St. George Ferry Terminalferry Staten Island Ferry
1h 47m
$20–24
Drive 20.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapletoncar 20.6 mi
34 min
$4–6
Subway, ferry via Whitehall Ferry Terminal
1. Take the subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to Fulton Stsubway A
2. Take the ferry from Whitehall Ferry Terminal to St. George Ferry Terminalferry Staten Island Ferry
2h 1m
$15–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from W 42 St/5 Av to Forest Av/Victory Blvdbus Sim30
2h 59m
$17–26
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from New York JFK-JFK to Stapletonrideshare 20.6 mi
34 min
$40–55
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapletontaxi 20.6 mi
34 min
$85–110
Subway, ferry
1. Take the subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to Chambers Stsubway A
2. Take the ferry from Battery Park City/Vesey St. to St. Georgeferry Sg
2h 24m
$20

New York JFK Airport (JFK) to Stapleton by tram, train, subway, and ferry

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Distance: 24.1 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between New York JFK Airport (JFK), USA and Stapleton, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from W 42 St/5 Av to Forest Av/Victory Blvd every 2 hours. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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