How to get from Jersey City to Terminal 2 by light rail and train?

Jersey City to Terminal 2 - Train Schedule

The YEL train from Jersey City to Terminal 2 runs from 5:49 AM to 10:27 PM, with departures every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 20 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Jersey City to Terminal 2 by light rail and train

To get from Jersey City to Terminal 2 in Queens, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the YEL train from Journal Square station to 33rd Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LONG BEACH 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 1 hr 20 min. The light rail and train schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Terminal 2 on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to train station
Train - YEL
Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
Walk to Terminal 2
Leaves from Journal Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - YEL
    Wait for train
    YEL
    Journal Square - 33rd Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    33rd Street
    ID 33RD
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    330 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Wait for train
    LONG BEACH BRANCH
    Long Beach
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    20 min
  • 7
    Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
    Wait for light rail
    AIRTRAIN
    Jamaica Station
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Terminals 1 & 2
    8 min
  • 9
    Walk to Terminal 2
    Walk to
    Terminal 2
    John F. Kennedy International Airport
    520 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jersey City to Terminal 2

The distance between Jersey City, Queens and Terminal 2, Queens is approximately 22.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jersey City to Terminal 2 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 Jersey City to Terminal 2

To check the light rail and train schedule from Jersey City to Terminal 2 using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jersey City) and destination (Terminal 2), 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 Jersey City to Terminal 2?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Train line YEL, Train line LONG BEACH BRANCH, Light Rail line AIRTRAIN.

  • Is there a direct train between Jersey City and Terminal 2?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Jersey City to Terminal 2?

    The YEL train line goes from Journal Square station near Jersey City in New York - New Jersey to 33rd Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line till 33rd Street station near Terminal 2 in Queens.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jersey City to Terminal 2 by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Jersey City in New York - New Jersey and Terminal 2 in Queens by train and light rail is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Jersey City to get to Terminal 2?

    Get on the YEL train from the Journal Square station near Jersey City in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Jersey City and Terminal 2?

    Get off the train at the 33rd Street station, which is closest to Terminal 2 in Queens.

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