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

The cheapest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach is to taxi which takes 35 min and costs $70 - $85.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 44 St and arriving at Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct ferry between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Rockaway Beach?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 34th Street and arriving at Rockaway. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach. However, there are services departing from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Beach 90 St via Broad Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

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

The distance between Times Square–42nd Street Station and Rockaway Beach is 21 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach 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 Rockaway Beach train from?

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach train services, operated by MTA, depart from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach is 18 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach.

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Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach

Q: How do I travel from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach without a car is to subway which takes 1h 14m and costs $3.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach, including transfers.

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

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Broad Channelsubway A
1h 14m
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 44 St to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 Stbus Qm15 / ...
1h 30m
$3–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from East 34th Street to Rockawayferry Rs
1h 45m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beachtaxi 17.7 mi
35 min
$70–85
Drive 17.7 mi
1. Drive from Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beachcar 17.7 mi
35 min
$4–5

Times Square–42nd Street Station to Rockaway Beach by foot and subway

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

MTA operates a subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Broad Channel every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 44 St to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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