What is the cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway?

The cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway is to line 4 subway and subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway?

The fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Upper East Side and Far Rockaway?

No, there is no direct bus from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway. However, there are services departing from 2 Av/E 87 St and arriving at Beach 21 St Terminal/Beach 21 St via East 57th Street & 3rd Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Upper East Side and Far Rockaway?

No, there is no direct train from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway. However, there are services departing from 86th Street and arriving at Far Rockaway-Mott Av via Fulton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway?

The distance between Upper East Side and Far Rockaway is 26 miles. The road distance is 20.8 miles.

How do I travel from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway without a car?

The best way to get from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway without a car is to line 4 subway and subway which takes 1h 21m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upper East Side to Far Rockaway bus from?

Upper East Side to Far Rockaway bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from East 57th Street & 3rd Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Upper East Side to Far Rockaway train from?

Upper East Side to Far Rockaway train services, operated by MTA, depart from 86th Street station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Far Rockaway bus arrive?

Upper East Side to Far Rockaway bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Beach 21 St Terminal/Beach 21 St station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Far Rockaway train arrive?

Upper East Side to Far Rockaway train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Fulton St station.

Can I drive from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper East Side to Far Rockaway is 21 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway.

Where can I stay near Far Rockaway?

There are 682+ hotels available in Far Rockaway.

Upper East Side to Far Rockaway - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 4 subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Upper East Side to Far Rockaway by subway, bus, car, taxi, or train

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Line 4 subway, subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Fulton Stsubway 4 / ...
2. Take the subway from Fulton St to Far Rockaway-Mott Avsubway A
1h 21m
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from East 57th Street & 3rd Avenue to Beach 21 St Terminal/Beach 21 Stbus Qm17
2h 26m
$6–15
Drive 20.6 mi
1. Drive from Upper East Side to Far Rockawaycar 20.6 mi
36 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper East Side to Far Rockawaytaxi 20.6 mi
36 min
$80–100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lexington Av/E 86 St to Lexington Av/E 42 Stbus M102 / ...
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Far Rockawaytrain Far Rockaway Branch
1h 56m
$10–22

Upper East Side to Far Rockaway by subway

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Upper East Side, NY, USA and Far Rockaway, NY, USA?

You can take a subway from 86th Street to Far Rockaway-Mott Av via Fulton St in around 1h 21m. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from East 57th Street & 3rd Avenue to Beach 21 St Terminal/Beach 21 St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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