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How to get from Manhattan to Jamaica by subway?

By subway

Take one direct subway from Manhattan to Jamaica in Queens: take the E subway from World Trade Center station to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

73min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - E
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 Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
    Ride to subway station
    Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
    62 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by subway via J

Take one direct subway from Manhattan to Jamaica in Queens: take the J subway from Fulton St station to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

66min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - J
Leaves from Fulton St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Fulton St
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - J
    Wait for subway
    J
    Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
  • 3
    Ride to subway station Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
    Ride to subway station
    Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
    53 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Manhattan to Jamaica

The distance between Manhattan, Queens and Jamaica, Queens is approximately 15.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manhattan to Jamaica 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
  • City Hall

Bus stations close to Manhattan:

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

Public transit stations close to Jamaica, Queens

Jamaica is located at Jamaica, Queens and the nearest public transit station is Archer Av /Bay D.

Subway stations close to Jamaica:

  • Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
  • Sutphin Blvd-Archer Av-Jfk Airport
  • Parsons Blvd

Train stations close to Jamaica:

  • Jamaica

Bus stations close to Jamaica:

  • Archer Av /Bay D
  • Archer Av/Bay H
  • Teardrop/Layover

Alternative route by subway via J

Take one direct subway from Manhattan to Jamaica in Queens: take the J subway from Fulton St station to Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

66min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - J
Leaves from Fulton St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Fulton St
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - J
    Wait for subway
    J
    Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
  • 3
    Ride to subway station Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
    Ride to subway station
    Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
    53 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Jamaica?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line E.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Manhattan to Jamaica?

    The alternative route takes 66 minutes, using Bus line J.

  • Is there a direct subway between Manhattan and Jamaica?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Jamaica in Queens in 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Manhattan to Jamaica?

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

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

    The total travel time between Manhattan in New York - New Jersey and Jamaica in Queens by subway is about 1 hr 13 min.

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

    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 Jamaica?

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

  • When is the last subway from Manhattan to Jamaica?

    The last subway from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to Jamaica in Queens is the 8 Avenue Local line. It leaves the World Trade Center station at 2:55 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Manhattan to Jamaica?

    The ride from Manhattan to Jamaica costs $2.90.

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