What is the cheapest way to get from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan is to taxi which takes 35 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Rockaway Beach and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 77 St and arriving at 6th Ave/West 51st Street. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct ferry between Rockaway Beach and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Rockaway and arriving at East 34th Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Rockaway Beach and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beach 67 St and arriving at 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan?

The distance between Rockaway Beach and Midtown Manhattan is 21 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan without a car is to subway which takes 1h 1m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan?

The subway from Beach 67 St to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan bus from?

Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 77 St station.

Where do I catch the Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan train from?

Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Beach 67 St station.

Where does the Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan bus arrive?

Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 6th Ave/West 51st Street station.

Where does the Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan train arrive?

Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan is 18 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Midtown Manhattan?

There are 3997+ hotels available in Midtown Manhattan.

Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan - 5 ways to travel via subway, and ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan by subway, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Beach 67 St to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminalsubway A
1h 1m
$3
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Rockaway to East 34th Streetferry Rs
1h 26m
$5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 77 St to 6th Ave/West 51st Streetbus Qm15 / ...
1h 26m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattantaxi 17.7 mi
35 min
$70–85
Drive 17.7 mi
1. Drive from Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattancar 17.7 mi
35 min
$4–5

Rockaway Beach to Midtown Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 21 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

MTA operates a subway from Beach 67 St to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, NYC Ferry operates a ferry from Rockaway to East 34th Street hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 1h 26m.

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