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How to get fromJfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Grand Central Terminalby tram, train, taxi, car, towncar or shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Grand Central Terminal by tram, train, taxi, car, towncar, or shuttle

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  1. Tram, train

    best
    1. Take the tram from Terminal 8 to Jamaica StationtramAirTrain
    2. Take the train from Jamaica to Grand Central TerminaltrainFar Rockaway Branch / ...
    35 min
    $12–18

  2. Drive 15.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Grand Central Terminalcar15.8 mi
    25 min
    $3–5

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Grand Central Terminaltaxi15.8 mi
    25 min
    $85–110

  4. Towncar

    1. Take a town car from New York JFK Airport to Grand Central Terminaltowncar16 mi
    26 min
    $75–110

  5. Shuttle

    1. Take a shuttle bus from New York JFK Airport to Grand Central Terminalshuttle
    30 min
    $85–95

Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Grand Central Terminal by tram, train, and foot

Calendar657Weekly Services
Duration35 minAverage Duration
Ticket$12Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Jfk Airport/Terminal 8, NY, USA and Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Grand Central Terminal. However, you can take the vehicle to Jamaica Station, walk to Jamaica, take the train to Grand Central Terminal, then walk to Grand Central Terminal. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Grand Central Terminal.

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