What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Queens?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Queens is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Queens?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Queens is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Queens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5 Av/W 39 St and arriving at Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin Av. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Queens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Jamaica. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Queens?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Queens is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Queens without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Queens without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $4 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Queens?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaica takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Queens bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Queens bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 5 Av/W 39 St station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Queens train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Queens train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Grand Central Terminal to Queens?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Queens is to train which takes 21 min and costs $4 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $7 and takes 47 min.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Queens bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Queens bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin Av station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Queens train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Queens train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Queens?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Queens is 11 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Queens.

Where can I stay near Queens?

There are 2550+ hotels available in Queens.

Grand Central Terminal to Queens - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Queens by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to JamaicaHempstead Branch / ...
21 min
$4–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 39 St to Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin AvBm5
47 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Queens10.8 mi
19 min
$60–75
Drive 10.8 mi
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Queens10.8 mi
19 min
$2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to 104 StA
1h 3m

Grand Central Terminal to Queens by foot and train

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21 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Queens, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Jamaica every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $4–9 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 5 Av/W 39 St to Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin Av hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 40 min.

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