What is the cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Forest Hills?

The cheapest way to get from Valley Stream to Forest Hills is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Forest Hills?

The fastest way to get from Valley Stream to Forest Hills is to train which takes 14 min and costs $3 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Valley Stream and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Benedict Av / Merrick and arriving at Archer Av / 165. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Valley Stream and Forest Hills?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Valley Stream and arriving at Jamaica. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Valley Stream to Forest Hills?

The distance between Valley Stream and Forest Hills is 6 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

How do I travel from Valley Stream to Forest Hills without a car?

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Forest Hills without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs $3 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Valley Stream to Forest Hills?

The train from Valley Stream to Jamaica takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Forest Hills bus from?

Valley Stream to Forest Hills bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Benedict Av / Merrick station.

Where do I catch the Valley Stream to Forest Hills train from?

Valley Stream to Forest Hills train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Valley Stream station.

Train or bus from Valley Stream to Forest Hills?

The best way to get from Valley Stream to Forest Hills is to train which takes 14 min and costs $3 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Valley Stream to Forest Hills bus arrive?

Valley Stream to Forest Hills bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at Archer Av / 165 station.

Where does the Valley Stream to Forest Hills train arrive?

Valley Stream to Forest Hills train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Valley Stream to Forest Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Valley Stream to Forest Hills is 10 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Valley Stream to Forest Hills.

Where can I stay near Forest Hills?

There are 3379+ hotels available in Forest Hills.

Valley Stream to Forest Hills - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Valley Stream to Forest Hills by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
14 min
$3–7
Drive 9.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Valley Stream to Forest Hillscar 9.8 mi
14 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Benedict Av / Merrick to Archer Av / 165bus n4 / ...
33 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Valley Stream to Forest Hillstaxi 9.8 mi
14 min
$40–50
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the subway from Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-JFK Airport to Forest Hills-71 Avsubway E
28 min
$7–10
Train via Forest Hills
1. Take the train from Valley Stream to Jamaicatrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the train from Jamaica to Forest Hillstrain Babylon Branch / ...
36 min
$5–9

Valley Stream to Forest Hills by train

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Distance: 6.3 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Valley Stream, NY, USA and Forest Hills, Queens County, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Valley Stream to Jamaica every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–7 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Nassau Inter-County Express operates a bus from Benedict Av / Merrick to Archer Av / 165 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 33 min.

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