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Buses and shuttles serving John F. Kennedy Airport
There are several bus services operated by the MTA to South Jamaica, East New York, Kew Gardens / Ozone Park, as well as shuttle buses connecting JFK Airport to Newark and LaGuardia airports. Here we explain each option with advantages, disadvantages, and useful tips.
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🚌 MTA Buses
MTA buses are the most economical option for traveling from JFK to Queens, Brooklyn, and other nearby areas.
📍 Available Lines
- Q3: Springfield Gardens - St Albans - Hollis - Jamaica. 📍 Stop: Lefferts Blvd, Terminal 8 (24h).
- Q6: Springfield Gardens - Jamaica. 📍 Stop: Eastern Road (24h).
- Q7: South Jamaica - Ozone Park - East New York. 📍 Stop: South Cargo Road / Cargo Plaza (5:10 am - 0:45 am).
- Q10: Ozone Park - Kew Gardens. 📍 Stop: Lefferts Blvd (24h).
- B15: East New York - Brownsville - Ocean Hill - Bedford-Stuyvesant. 📍 Stop: Lefferts Blvd (24h).
✅ Pros and ❌ Cons
- ✅ Economical fares: only USD 2.90 with MetroCard or OMNY.
- ✅ 24/7 operation on most routes.
- ✅ Integration with the subway to continue to Manhattan.
- ❌ Long travel time due to multiple stops.
- ❌ Not recommended if you have bulky luggage.
- ❌ Long waits may occur at night.
- ❌ Some buses may be crowded during peak hours.
🕒 Approximate Travel Times
- 🕐 JFK to Jamaica Station (Q3, Q6) – 30-45 minutes.
- 🕐 JFK to Ozone Park (Q7, Q10) – 40-50 minutes.
- 🕐 JFK to Brooklyn (B15) – 60-75 minutes.
📌 Tips for Using MTA Buses
- 🔹 Use OMNY to pay with a card or mobile without needing to buy a MetroCard.
- 🔹 Avoid peak hours if you have large luggage.
- 🔹 Check the MTA app to verify real-time schedules.
- 🔹 Have exact change if you need to pay in cash (some routes do not accept large bills).
🚐 Airport Shuttles
Shuttles offer a direct connection between JFK and LaGuardia and Newark airports.
✈️ JFK to LaGuardia (45-60 minutes)
🔹 All County Express (📞 +1 800 914 4223)
🔹 ETS Air Shuttle (📞 +1 718 221 5341)
✈️ JFK to Newark Liberty (60-90 minutes)
🔹 ETS Air Shuttle (📞 +1 718 221 5341)
✅ Pros and ❌ Cons
- ✅ Direct connection without transfers.
- ✅ More comfortable than MTA buses.
- ✅ Better option if you have a lot of luggage.
- ❌ Higher fares (USD 30-40 per trip).
- ❌ Waiting time can be long if you don't book in advance.
- ❌ Delays may occur in traffic during peak hours.
🎯 Final Recommendations
- 🔹 If you're looking for the cheapest option, choose MTA buses.
- 🔹 If you need speed and comfort, opt for a shuttle.
- 🔹 If you are traveling with a lot of luggage, avoid city buses and consider a taxi or shuttle.
- 🔹 If you are traveling at night, check the availability of MTA buses and consider a shuttle.
- 🔹 Check updated schedules on MTA.info to avoid surprises.