What is the cheapest way to get from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side?

The cheapest way to get from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side?

The fastest way to get from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $75 - $90.

Is there a direct train between Terminal 8 (Station) and Upper West Side?

No, there is no direct train from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side. However, there are services departing from Terminal 8 and arriving at 86 St via Jamaica and 34 St-Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side?

The distance between Terminal 8 (Station) and Upper West Side is 19 miles. The road distance is 17.6 miles.

How do I travel from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side without a car?

The best way to get from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side without a car is to tram and train and line 1 subway which takes 46 min and costs $16 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side?

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side train from?

Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, depart from Terminal 8 station.

Where does the Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side train arrive?

Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, arrive at Jamaica Station.

Can I drive from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side is 18 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side.

Where can I stay near Upper West Side?

There are 3612+ hotels available in Upper West Side.

Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side - 4 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side by tram, train, subway, taxi, or car

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Tram, train, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the tram from Terminal 8 to Jamaica Stationtram
2. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the subway from 34 St-Penn Station to 86 Stsubway 1 / ...
46 min
$17–22
Drive 17.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Sidecar 17.5 mi
30 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Sidetaxi 17.5 mi
30 min
$75–90
Subway
1. Take the subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to 86 Stsubway A
1h 48m
$12

Terminal 8 (Station) to Upper West Side by tram, train, and subway

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Distance: 19.1 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Terminal 8 (Station), NY, USA and Upper West Side, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to 86 St hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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