What is the cheapest way to get from Howard Beach to Union Square?

The cheapest way to get from Howard Beach to Union Square is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Howard Beach to Union Square?

The fastest way to get from Howard Beach to Union Square is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Howard Beach and Union Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cross Bay Blvd/158 Av and arriving at E 34 St/3 Av. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Howard Beach and Union Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Howard Beach-JFK Airport and arriving at W 4 St-Wash Sq. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Howard Beach to Union Square?

The distance between Howard Beach and Union Square is 14 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

How do I travel from Howard Beach to Union Square without a car?

The best way to get from Howard Beach to Union Square without a car is to subway which takes 42 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Howard Beach to Union Square?

The subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to W 4 St-Wash Sq takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Howard Beach to Union Square bus from?

Howard Beach to Union Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Cross Bay Blvd/158 Av station.

Where do I catch the Howard Beach to Union Square train from?

Howard Beach to Union Square train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, depart from Howard Beach-JFK Airport station.

Where does the Howard Beach to Union Square bus arrive?

Howard Beach to Union Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 34 St/3 Av station.

Where does the Howard Beach to Union Square train arrive?

Howard Beach to Union Square train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, arrive at W 4 St-Wash Sq station.

Can I drive from Howard Beach to Union Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Howard Beach to Union Square is 12 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Howard Beach to Union Square.

Where can I stay near Union Square?

There are 3383+ hotels available in Union Square.

Howard Beach to Union Square - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Howard Beach to Union Square by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to W 4 St-Wash SqA
42 min
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/158 Av to E 34 St/3 AvQm15 / ...
52 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Howard Beach to Union Square11.8 mi
24 min
$65–80
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Howard Beach to Union Square11.8 mi
24 min
$3–4

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 13.6 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Howard Beach, NY, USA and Union Square, NY, USA?

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to W 4 St-Wash Sq every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Cross Bay Blvd/158 Av to E 34 St/3 Av hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 52 min.

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