What is the cheapest way to get from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8?

The cheapest way to get from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 is to tram which costs $9 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8?

The fastest way to get from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 is to taxi which takes 2 min and costs $8 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Terminal 5 and Terminal 8?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Terminal 5 and arriving at Terminal 8. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8?

The distance between Terminal 5 and Terminal 8 is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 without a car?

The best way to get from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 without a car is to tram which takes 10 min and costs $9.

How long does it take to get from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8?

The tram from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 takes 5 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 train from?

Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, depart from Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 train arrive?

Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 train services, operated by JFK Airtrain, arrive at Terminal 8 station.

Where can I stay near Terminal 8?

There are 2574+ hotels available in Terminal 8.

Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 - 4 ways to travel via tram, taxi, and towncar

There are 4 ways to get from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 by tram, taxi, or towncar

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

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8AirTrain
10 min
$9
Taxi
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Terminal 5 to Terminal 81 mi
2 min
$8–11
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Terminal 5 to New York JFK Airport3 mi
6 min
$30–45
Towncar via Terminal 8
1. Take a town car from New York JFK Airport to Terminal 84.7 mi
7 min
$35–55

Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 by foot and tram

5091Weekly Services

10 minAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1.3 mi
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Terminal 5, NY, USA and Terminal 8, NY, USA?

JFK Airtrain operates a vehicle from Terminal 5 to Terminal 8 every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $9 and the journey takes 5 min.

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