What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Terminal 8?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Terminal 8 is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Terminal 8?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Terminal 8 is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $90 - $110.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Terminal 8?

No, there is no direct train from Manhattan to Terminal 8. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Terminal 8 via Jamaica Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Terminal 8?

The distance between Manhattan and Terminal 8 is 17 miles. The road distance is 17 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Terminal 8 without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Terminal 8 without a car is to train and tram which takes 39 min and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Terminal 8?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Manhattan to Terminal 8, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Terminal 8 train from?

Manhattan to Terminal 8 train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Where does the Manhattan to Terminal 8 train arrive?

Manhattan to Terminal 8 train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Jamaica station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Terminal 8?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Terminal 8 is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Manhattan to Terminal 8.

Where can I stay near Terminal 8?

There are 2524+ hotels available in Terminal 8.

Manhattan to Terminal 8 - 7 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, taxi, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Manhattan to Terminal 8 by train, tram, bus, 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.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to JamaicaHempstead Branch / ...
2. Take the tram from Jamaica Station to Terminal 8AirTrain
39 min
$14–18
Drive 16.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Terminal 816.9 mi
28 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Sutphin Blvd/91 AvQ60
1h 30m
$12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Terminal 816.9 mi
28 min
$90–110
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Manhattan to New York JFK Airport17.4 mi
28 min
$80–110
Subway
1. Take the subway from 86 St to Howard Beach-JFK AirportA
1h 22m
$12
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Manhattan to New York JFK Airport
33 min
$85–100

Manhattan to Terminal 8 by train, tram, and foot

654Weekly Services

39 minAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Terminal 8, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from East 60th Street & 2nd Avenue to Sutphin Blvd/91 Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from 86 St to Howard Beach-JFK Airport hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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