How to get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Central Terminal by light rail and train?

From JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Central Terminal by light rail and train

To get from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, take the AIRTRAIN light rail from Terminal 4 station to Jamaica station. Next, take the PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train from Jamaica station to Grand Central Madison station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 39 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 Grand Central Terminal on the Moovit app.

39min
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
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 - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Grand Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station Grand Central Madison
    Ride to train station
    Grand Central Madison
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Central Terminal

The distance between JFK Airport Terminal 4, Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 16.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 39 min. Moovit will show you the directions from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Central Terminal 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 Grand Central Terminal

To check the light rail and train schedule from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Central Terminal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (JFK Airport Terminal 4) and destination (Grand Central Terminal), 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 Grand Central Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 39 minutes, using Light Rail line AIRTRAIN, Train line PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH.

  • Is there a direct light rail between JFK Airport Terminal 4 and Grand Central Terminal?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 39 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Central Terminal?

    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 Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from JFK Airport Terminal 4 to Grand Central Terminal by light rail and train?

    The total travel time between JFK Airport Terminal 4 in Queens and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by light rail and train is about 39 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near JFK Airport Terminal 4 to get to Grand Central Terminal?

    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 Grand Central Terminal?

    Get off the light rail at the Jamaica station, which is closest to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

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