What is the cheapest way to get from Queens to Garden City?

The cheapest way to get from Queens to Garden City is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Queens to Garden City?

The fastest way to get from Queens to Garden City is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $120 - $150.

Is there a direct train between Queens and Garden City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jamaica and arriving at Garden City. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Queens to Garden City?

The distance between Queens and Garden City is 9 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

How do I travel from Queens to Garden City without a car?

The best way to get from Queens to Garden City without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Queens to Garden City?

The train from Jamaica to Garden City takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Queens to Garden City train from?

Queens to Garden City train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

Where does the Queens to Garden City train arrive?

Queens to Garden City train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Garden City station.

Can I drive from Queens to Garden City?

Yes, the driving distance between Queens to Garden City is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Queens to Garden City.

Where can I stay near Garden City?

There are 322+ hotels available in Garden City.

Queens to Garden City - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Queens to Garden City by train, taxi, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Garden Citytrain Hempstead Branch
24 min
$5–8
Drive 12.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Queens to Garden Citycar 12.7 mi
22 min
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Queens to Garden Citytaxi 12.7 mi
22 min
$120–150
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Mineolatrain Oyster Bay Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from Mineola Bus Term to Franklin Ave + 9th Stbus n40
34 min
$8–11

Queens to Garden City by train

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Distance: 9 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Queens, NY, USA and Garden City, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to Garden City hourly. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 24 min.

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