What is the cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station?

The cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station?

The fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Upper East Side and Jamaica Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station. However, there are services departing from 2 Av/E 87 St and arriving at Sutphin Blvd/91 Av via East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Upper East Side and Jamaica Station?

No, there is no direct train from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station. However, there are services departing from 86th Street and arriving at Jamaica via Grand Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station?

The distance between Upper East Side and Jamaica Station is 13 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

How do I travel from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station without a car?

The best way to get from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station without a car is to line 6 subway and train which takes 33 min and costs $7 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station?

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upper East Side to Jamaica Station bus from?

Upper East Side to Jamaica Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Upper East Side to Jamaica Station train from?

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

Where does the Upper East Side to Jamaica Station bus arrive?

Upper East Side to Jamaica Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Sutphin Blvd/91 Av station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Jamaica Station train arrive?

Upper East Side to Jamaica Station train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Grand Central-42 St station.

Can I drive from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper East Side to Jamaica Station is 12 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Upper East Side to Jamaica Station.

Where can I stay near Jamaica Station?

There are 2491+ hotels available in Jamaica Station.

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

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Line 6 subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Grand Central-42 Stsubway 6 / ...
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
33 min
$8–12
Drive 12.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper East Side to Jamaica Stationcar 12.4 mi
24 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Sutphin Blvd/91 Avbus Q60
1h 32m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper East Side to Jamaica Stationtaxi 12.4 mi
24 min
$50–60
Line 6 subway, subway
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Canal Stsubway 6 / ...
2. Take the subway from Canal St to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airportsubway J / ...
1h 15m
$3

Upper East Side to Jamaica Station by subway and train

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Distance: 13.2 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Upper East Side, NY, USA and Jamaica Station, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Sutphin Blvd/91 Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from 86th Street to Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport via Canal St in around 1h 15m.

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