What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Elmhurst?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Elmhurst?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Elmhurst is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Elmhurst?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue and arriving at Queens Blvd/Goldsmith St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Elmhurst?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lexington Avenue/59th Street and arriving at Grand Av-Newtown. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Elmhurst?

The distance between Manhattan and Elmhurst is 6 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Elmhurst without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Elmhurst without a car is to subway which takes 20 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Elmhurst?

The subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to Grand Av-Newtown takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Elmhurst bus from?

Manhattan to Elmhurst bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Elmhurst train from?

Manhattan to Elmhurst train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, depart from Lexington Avenue/59th Street station.

Where does the Manhattan to Elmhurst bus arrive?

Manhattan to Elmhurst bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Queens Blvd/Goldsmith St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Elmhurst train arrive?

Manhattan to Elmhurst train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, arrive at Grand Av-Newtown station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Elmhurst is 7 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Manhattan to Elmhurst.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst?

There are 2751+ hotels available in Elmhurst.

Manhattan to Elmhurst - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan to Elmhurst 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 Lexington Avenue/59th Street to Grand Av-NewtownR
20 min
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Queens Blvd/Goldsmith StQ60
31 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Elmhurst7.1 mi
15 min
$30–40
Drive 7.1 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Elmhurst7.1 mi
15 min
$2

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 5.9 mi
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Elmhurst, Queens County, NY, USA?

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from Lexington Avenue/59th Street to Grand Av-Newtown every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Queens Blvd/Goldsmith St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 31 min.

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