How to get from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 by light rail?

Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 - Light Rail Schedule

The AIRTRAIN light rail from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-15 min. The trip takes about 3 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 in Queens: take the AIRTRAIN light rail from Terminal 5 station to Terminal 8 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 min. The light rail schedule from Terminal 5 (Station) may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Terminal 8 on the Moovit app.

3min
Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
Walk to Terminal 8
Leaves from Terminal 5

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Terminal 5 (Station)
  • 2
    Light Rail - AIRTRAINAIRTRAIN
    Wait for light rail
    AIRTRAIN
    Jamaica Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Terminal 8
    ID 160562
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to Terminal 8
    Walk to
    Terminal 8
    John F. Kennedy International Airport
    30 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8

The distance between Terminal 5 (Station), Queens and Terminal 8, Queens is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 3 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Queens – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8

To check the light rail schedule from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Terminal 5 (Station)) and destination (Terminal 8), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail, 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 schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8?

    The fastest way takes 3 minutes, using Light Rail line AIRTRAIN.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Terminal 5 (Station) and Terminal 8 in Queens?

    Yes, there is a direct light rail going from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 in Queens in 3 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 in Queens?

    The AIRTRAIN light rail line goes from Terminal 8 station near Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 station near Terminal 8 in Queens.

  • How long does it take to travel from Terminal 5 (Station) to Terminal 8 in Queens by light rail?

    The total travel time between Terminal 5 (Station) and Terminal 8 in Queens by light rail is about 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Terminal 5 (Station) to get to Terminal 8 in Queens?

    Get on the AIRTRAIN light rail from the Terminal 8 station near Terminal 5 (Station) in Queens.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Terminal 5 (Station) and Terminal 8 in Queens?

    Get off the light rail at the Terminal 8 station, which is closest to Terminal 8 in Queens.

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