How to get from Manhattan to Forest Hills by subway?

From Manhattan to Forest Hills by subway

Take one direct subway from Manhattan to Forest Hills in Queens: take the E subway from World Trade Center station to Forest Hills-71 Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Forest Hills on the Moovit app.

51min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - E
Walk to Forest Hills
Leaves from World Trade Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    World Trade Center
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - E
    Wait for subway
    E
    Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Forest Hills-71 Av
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to Forest Hills
    Walk to
    Forest Hills
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Manhattan to Forest Hills by subway and train

To get from Manhattan to Forest Hills in Queens, take the 2 subway from Chambers St station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the BABYLON BRANCH train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Forest Hills station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Forest Hills on the Moovit app.

36min$8.25
Walk to subway station
Subway - 2
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Leaves from Chambers St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chambers St
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    8 min
  • 4
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Babylon
  • 5
    Ride to train station Forest Hills
    Ride to train station
    Forest Hills
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Manhattan to Forest Hills

The distance between Manhattan, Queens and Forest Hills, Queens is approximately 12.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manhattan to Forest Hills by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Queens – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Manhattan to Forest Hills

To check the subway schedule from Manhattan to Forest Hills using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Manhattan) and destination (Forest Hills), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, 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 subway schedules.

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From Manhattan to Forest Hills by subway and train

To get from Manhattan to Forest Hills in Queens, take the 2 subway from Chambers St station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the BABYLON BRANCH train from 34 St-Penn Station station to Forest Hills station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Forest Hills on the Moovit app.

36min$8.25
Walk to subway station
Subway - 2
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Leaves from Chambers St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chambers St
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    8 min
  • 4
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Babylon
  • 5
    Ride to train station Forest Hills
    Ride to train station
    Forest Hills
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Forest Hills?

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Subway line E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Manhattan to Forest Hills?

    The alternative route takes 36 minutes, using Subway line 2, Train line BABYLON BRANCH.

  • Is there a direct subway between Manhattan and Forest Hills?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Forest Hills in Queens in 51 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Manhattan to Forest Hills?

    The E subway line goes from World Trade Center station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station near Forest Hills in Queens.

  • How long does it take to travel from Manhattan to Forest Hills by subway?

    The total travel time between Manhattan in New York - New Jersey and Forest Hills in Queens by subway is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Manhattan to get to Forest Hills?

    Get on the E subway from the World Trade Center station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Manhattan and Forest Hills?

    Get off the subway at the Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station, which is closest to Forest Hills in Queens.

  • When is the last subway from Manhattan to Forest Hills?

    The last subway from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Forest Hills in Queens is the 8 Avenue Local line. It leaves the World Trade Center station at 11:10 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Manhattan to Forest Hills?

    The ride from Manhattan to Forest Hills costs $3.00.

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