How to get from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station) by light rail and train?

Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station) - Train Schedule

The 1 train from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station) usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 23 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station) by light rail and train

To get from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station) in Queens, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the 1 train from Beacon station to Grand Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BABYLON BRANCH train and finally take the AIRTRAIN light rail from Jamaica station to Terminals 1 & 2 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The light rail and train schedule from Beacon may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Terminal 1 (Station) on the Moovit app.

143min
Train - 1
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
Leaves from Beacon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Beacon
  • 2
    Train - 11
    Wait for train
    1
    842#| Grand Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Grand Central
    88 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Grand Central Madison
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Massapequa
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    21 min
  • 7
    Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
    Wait for light rail
    AIRTRAIN
    Jamaica Station
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station Terminals 1 & 2
    Ride to light rail station
    Terminals 1 & 2
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station)

The distance between Beacon, Queens and Terminal 1 (Station), Queens is approximately 73.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 143 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station) by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Queens – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train schedule from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station)

To check the light rail and train schedule from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station) using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Beacon) and destination (Terminal 1 (Station)), 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 Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station)?

    The fastest way takes 143 minutes, using Train line 1, Train line BABYLON BRANCH, Light Rail line AIRTRAIN.

  • Is there a direct train between Beacon and Terminal 1 (Station)?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station)?

    The 1 train line goes from Grand Central station near Beacon in New York - New Jersey to Grand Central Madison station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line till Grand Central Madison station near Terminal 1 (Station) in Queens.

  • How long does it take to travel from Beacon to Terminal 1 (Station) by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Beacon in New York - New Jersey and Terminal 1 (Station) in Queens by train and light rail is about 2 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Beacon to get to Terminal 1 (Station)?

    Get on the 1 train from the Grand Central station near Beacon in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Beacon and Terminal 1 (Station)?

    Get off the train at the Grand Central Madison station, which is closest to Terminal 1 (Station) in Queens.

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