How to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street by light rail and train?

JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street - Light Rail Schedule

The AIRTRAIN light rail from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 47 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street by light rail and train

To get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street in Manhattan, take the AIRTRAIN light rail from Terminal 4 station to Jamaica station. Next, take the FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH train from Jamaica station to 34 St-Penn Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The light rail and train schedule from JFK Airport Terminal 4 may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to 18th Street on the Moovit app.

47min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
Train - FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
Walk to 18th Street
Leaves from Terminal 4

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Terminal 4
    ID 160559
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
    Wait for light rail
    AIRTRAIN
    Jamaica Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Jamaica
    12 min
  • 4
    Train - FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
    Wait for train
    FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    18 min
  • 6
    Walk to 18th Street
    Walk to
    18th Street
    1407 Broadway
    500 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street

The distance between JFK Airport Terminal 4, Manhattan and 18th Street, Manhattan is approximately 17.28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street

To check the light rail and train schedule from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (JFK Airport Terminal 4) and destination (18th Street), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest light rail and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street?

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Light Rail line AIRTRAIN, Train line FAR ROCKAWAY BRANCH.

  • Is there a direct light rail between JFK Airport Terminal 4 and 18th Street?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 47 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street?

    The AIRTRAIN light rail line goes from Terminal 4 station near JFK Airport Terminal 4 in Queens to Jamaica station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Jamaica station near 18th Street in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to 18th Street by light rail and train?

    The total travel time between JFK Airport Terminal 4 in Queens and 18th Street in Manhattan by light rail and train is about 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near JFK Airport Terminal 4 to get to 18th Street?

    Get on the AIRTRAIN light rail from the Terminal 4 station near JFK Airport Terminal 4 in Queens.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between JFK Airport Terminal 4 and 18th Street?

    Get off the light rail at the Jamaica station, which is closest to 18th Street in Manhattan.

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