What is the cheapest way to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square?

The cheapest way to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square?

The fastest way to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $85 - $110.

Is there a direct train between Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 and Times Square?

No, there is no direct train from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square station. However, there are services departing from Terminal 8 and arriving at New York Penn Station via Jamaica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square?

The distance between Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 and Times Square is 16 miles. The road distance is 16.2 miles.

How do I travel from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square without a car?

The best way to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square without a car is to tram and train which takes 31 min and costs $12 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square?

It takes approximately 31 min to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square train from?

Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, depart from Terminal 8 station.

Where does the Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square train arrive?

Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, arrive at Jamaica Station.

Can I drive from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square.

Where can I stay near Times Square?

There are 3448+ hotels available in Times Square.

Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square - 6 ways to travel via train, and tram

There are 6 ways to get from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square by tram, train, taxi, car, towncar, subway, or shuttle

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

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Terminal 8 to Jamaica StationAirTrain
2. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn StationBabylon Branch / ...
31 min
$12–18
Drive 16.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square16.1 mi
26 min
$3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square16.1 mi
26 min
$85–110
Towncar
1. Take a town car from New York JFK Airport to Times Square16.3 mi
27 min
$75–110
Subway
1. Take the subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to 42 St-Port Authority Bus TerminalA
1h 5m
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from New York JFK Airport to Times Square
31 min
$85–95

Jfk Airport/Terminal 8 to Times Square by tram and train

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31 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 16 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Jfk Airport/Terminal 8, NY, USA and Times Square, NY, USA?

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from Howard Beach-JFK Airport to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 49 min.

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