What is the cheapest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway?

The cheapest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway?

The fastest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Far Rockaway?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 44 St and arriving at Cornaga Av/Beach 19 St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Far Rockaway?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Far Rockaway. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway?

The distance between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Far Rockaway is 23 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

How long does it take to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Far Rockaway takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway bus from?

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 44 St station.

Where do I catch the Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway train from?

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway?

The best way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $7 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway bus arrive?

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Cornaga Av/Beach 19 St station.

Can I drive from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway.

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There are 5 ways to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Far Rockawaytrain Far Rockaway Branch
1h 6m
$7–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 44 St to Cornaga Av/Beach 19 Stbus Qm17
1h 27m
$3–8
Drive 20.7 mi
1. Drive from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockawaycar 20.7 mi
31 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockawaytaxi 20.7 mi
31 min
$80–100
Subway
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Far Rockaway-Mott Avsubway A
1h 15m
$3

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Far Rockaway by foot and train

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1h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 22.7 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Times Square–42nd Street Station, NY, USA and Far Rockaway, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Far Rockaway hourly. Tickets cost $7–15 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 44 St to Cornaga Av/Beach 19 St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 26m.

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