What is the cheapest way to get from South Orange to Forest Hills?

The cheapest way to get from South Orange to Forest Hills is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Orange to Forest Hills?

The fastest way to get from South Orange to Forest Hills is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct train between South Orange and Forest Hills?

No, there is no direct train from South Orange to Forest Hills. However, there are services departing from South Orange and arriving at Forest Hills via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from South Orange to Forest Hills?

The distance between South Orange and Forest Hills is 25 miles. The road distance is 23.8 miles.

How do I travel from South Orange to Forest Hills without a car?

The best way to get from South Orange to Forest Hills without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $6 - $20.

How long does it take to get from South Orange to Forest Hills?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from South Orange to Forest Hills, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Orange to Forest Hills train from?

South Orange to Forest Hills train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from South Orange station.

Where does the South Orange to Forest Hills train arrive?

South Orange to Forest Hills train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from South Orange to Forest Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between South Orange to Forest Hills is 24 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from South Orange to Forest Hills.

Where can I stay near Forest Hills?

There are 3480+ hotels available in Forest Hills.

South Orange to Forest Hills - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Orange to Forest Hills by train, bus, subway, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Orange to New York Penn Stationtrain Mne
2. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Forest Hillstrain Babylon Branch / ...
1h 5m
$7–20
Drive 23.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Orange to Forest Hillscar 23.6 mi
44 min
$5–7
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Valley St At 1St St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 107
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills-71 Avsubway E
1h 23m
$11–47
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Orange to Forest Hillstaxi 23.6 mi
44 min
$90–120

South Orange to Forest Hills by train

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1h 5mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between South Orange, NJ, USA and Forest Hills, Queens County, NY, USA?

You can take a train from South Orange to Forest Hills via New York Penn Station in around 1h 5m.

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