What is the cheapest way to get from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

The cheapest way to get from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

The fastest way to get from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) is to train which takes 16 min and costs $4 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between New York and Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 42 St and arriving at Jewel Av/Queens Blvd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between New York and Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New York Penn Station station and arriving at Forest Hills. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

The distance between New York and Forest Hills Station (LIRR) is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.6 miles.

How do I travel from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) without a car?

The best way to get from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $4 - $8.

How long does it take to get from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

The train from Penn Station to Forest Hills takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) bus from?

New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 42 St station.

Where do I catch the New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) train from?

New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from New York Penn Station.

Train or bus from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

The best way to get from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) is to train which takes 16 min and costs $4 - $8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 59 min.

Where does the New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) bus arrive?

New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Jewel Av/Queens Blvd station.

Where does the New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) train arrive?

New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Forest Hills station.

Can I drive from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

Yes, the driving distance between New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) is 10 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR).

Where can I stay near Forest Hills Station (LIRR)?

There are 3163+ hotels available in Forest Hills Station (LIRR).

New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Forest Hillstrain Babylon Branch / ...
16 min
$4–8
Drive 9.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR)car 9.5 mi
19 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to Jewel Av/Queens Blvdbus Qm4
59 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR)taxi 9.5 mi
19 min
$40–50
Subway
1. Take the subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq to Forest Hills-71 Avsubway E / ...
33 min
$3

New York to Forest Hills Station (LIRR) by train and foot

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between New York, NY, USA and Forest Hills Station (LIRR), NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from New York Penn Station to Forest Hills hourly. Tickets cost $4–8 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to Jewel Av/Queens Blvd hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 52 min.

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