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How to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills by subway?

From Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills by subway

Take one direct subway from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills in Queens: take the E subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station to Forest Hills-71 Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Forest Hills on the Moovit app.

35min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - E
Walk to Forest Hills
Leaves from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
    140 yd • 2 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
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to Forest Hills
    Walk to
    Forest Hills
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills by subway and train

To get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills in Queens, take the 3 subway from Times Sq-42 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 27 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Forest Hills on the Moovit app.

27min$8.25
Walk to subway station
Subway - 3
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    New Lots Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    1 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 Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills

The distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal, Queens and Forest Hills, Queens is approximately 9.23 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Port Authority Bus Terminal 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 Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills

To check the subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Port Authority Bus Terminal) 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.

From Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills by subway and train

To get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills in Queens, take the 3 subway from Times Sq-42 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 27 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Forest Hills on the Moovit app.

27min$8.25
Walk to subway station
Subway - 3
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    New Lots Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    34 St-Penn Station
    1 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 Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Subway line E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills?

    The alternative route takes 27 minutes, using Subway line 3, Train line BABYLON BRANCH.

  • Is there a direct subway between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Forest Hills?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan to Forest Hills in Queens in 35 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills?

    The E subway line goes from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station near Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station near Forest Hills in Queens.

  • How long does it take to travel from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills by subway?

    The total travel time between Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan and Forest Hills in Queens by subway is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Port Authority Bus Terminal to get to Forest Hills?

    Get on the E subway from the 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station near Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Port Authority Bus Terminal 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 first subway from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills?

    The first subway from Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan to Forest Hills in Queens is 8 Avenue Local. It leaves the 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station at 8:14 PM.

  • When is the first train from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills?

    The first train from Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan to Forest Hills in Queens is Port Jefferson Branch. It leaves the 34 St-Penn Station station at 8:14 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills?

    The ride from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Forest Hills costs $3.00.