What is the cheapest way to get from Queens to Midtown Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Queens to Midtown Manhattan is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Queens to Midtown Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Queens to Midtown Manhattan is to subway which takes 19 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Queens and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd and arriving at 6th Ave/West 51st Street. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Queens and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kew Gardens-Union Tpke and arriving at 5 Av/53 St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Queens to Midtown Manhattan?

The distance between Queens and Midtown Manhattan is 9 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

How do I travel from Queens to Midtown Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Queens to Midtown Manhattan without a car is to subway which takes 19 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Queens to Midtown Manhattan?

The subway from Kew Gardens-Union Tpke to 5 Av/53 St takes 19 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Queens to Midtown Manhattan bus from?

Queens to Midtown Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd station.

Where do I catch the Queens to Midtown Manhattan train from?

Queens to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Kew Gardens-Union Tpke station.

Where does the Queens to Midtown Manhattan bus arrive?

Queens to Midtown Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 6th Ave/West 51st Street station.

Where does the Queens to Midtown Manhattan train arrive?

Queens to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 5 Av/53 St station.

Can I drive from Queens to Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Queens to Midtown Manhattan is 11 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Queens to Midtown Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Midtown Manhattan?

There are 3713+ hotels available in Midtown Manhattan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Queens to Midtown Manhattan 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 Kew Gardens-Union Tpke to 5 Av/53 StE / ...
19 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to 6th Ave/West 51st StreetQm15
48 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Queens to Midtown Manhattan11.2 mi
21 min
$60–75
Drive 11.2 mi
1. Drive from Queens to Midtown Manhattan11.2 mi
21 min
$2–3

Queens to Midtown Manhattan by subway

2030Weekly Subways

19 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.9 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Kew Gardens-Union Tpke to 5 Av/53 St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Rockaway Blvd to 6th Ave/West 51st Street hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 48 min.

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