How to get from Manhattan to Far Rockaway by subway?

By subway

Take one direct subway from Manhattan to Far Rockaway in Queens: take the A subway from Chambers St station to Far Rockaway-Mott Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 24 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

84min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - A
Walk to Far Rockaway
Leaves from Chambers St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chambers St
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Far Rockaway-Mott Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Far Rockaway-Mott Av
    68 min
  • 4
    Walk to Far Rockaway
    Walk to
    Far Rockaway
    670 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Manhattan to Far Rockaway

The distance between Manhattan, Queens and Far Rockaway, Queens is approximately 20.55 mi, which can typically be travelled in 84 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manhattan to Far Rockaway by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Queens – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Manhattan

Manhattan is located at Manhattan, Queens and the nearest public transit station is Church St North Of Park Pl.

Subway stations close to Manhattan:

  • World Trade Center
  • Chambers St
  • Park Place

Bus stations close to Manhattan:

  • Church St North Of Park Pl
  • Church St/Park Pl
  • Murray St/Church St

Public transit stations close to Far Rockaway, Queens

Far Rockaway is located at Far Rockaway, Queens and the nearest public transit station is Neilson St / Central.

Subway stations close to Far Rockaway:

  • Far Rockaway-Mott Av
  • Beach 25 St

Train stations close to Far Rockaway:

  • Far Rockaway
  • Inwood
  • Lawrence

Bus stations close to Far Rockaway:

  • Neilson St / Central
  • Beach 12 St / Central
  • Beach Channel Dr /Hassock St

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Far Rockaway?

    The fastest way takes 84 minutes, using Bus line A.

  • Is there a direct subway between Manhattan and Far Rockaway?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Far Rockaway in Queens in 1 hr 24 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Manhattan to Far Rockaway?

    The A subway line goes from Chambers St station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Far Rockaway-Mott Av station near Far Rockaway in Queens.

  • How long does it take to travel from Manhattan to Far Rockaway by subway?

    The total travel time between Manhattan in New York - New Jersey and Far Rockaway in Queens by subway is about 1 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Manhattan to get to Far Rockaway?

    Get on the A subway from the Chambers St station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Manhattan and Far Rockaway?

    Get off the subway at the Far Rockaway station, which is closest to Far Rockaway in Queens.

  • When is the first subway from Manhattan to Far Rockaway?

    The first subway from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Far Rockaway in Queens is 8 Avenue Express. It leaves the Chambers St station at 8:06 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Manhattan to Far Rockaway?

    The ride from Manhattan to Far Rockaway costs $2.90.

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