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How to get from Jamaica Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway?

From Jamaica Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway

To get from Jamaica Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, take the F subway from 169 St station to Queens Plaza station. Next, take the R subway from Queens Plaza station to Times Sq-42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Jamaica Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Port Authority Bus Terminal on the Moovit app.

52min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - F
Subway - R
Walk to Port Authority Bus Terminal
Leaves from 169 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    169 St
    440 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - F
    Wait for subway
    F
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Queens Plaza
    24 min
  • 4
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to Port Authority Bus Terminal
    Walk to
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    West 41st Street
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jamaica Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal

The distance between Jamaica Bus Terminal, Manhattan and Port Authority Bus Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 12.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jamaica Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Jamaica Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal

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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jamaica Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Subway line F, Subway line R.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

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

    The F subway line goes from 169 St station near Jamaica Bus Terminal in Queens to Queens Plaza station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Queens Plaza station near Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Jamaica Bus Terminal in Queens and Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan by subway is about 52 min.

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

    Get on the F subway from the 169 St station near Jamaica Bus Terminal in Queens.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Jamaica Bus Terminal and Port Authority Bus Terminal?

    Get off the subway at the Queens Plaza station, which is closest to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from Jamaica Bus Terminal to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

    The first subway from Jamaica Bus Terminal in Queens to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan is Queens Blvd Express/6 Av Local. It leaves the 169 St station at 12:21 AM.

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

    The first train from Jamaica Bus Terminal in Queens to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan is Port Jefferson Branch. It leaves the Jamaica station at 12:42 AM.

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

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