Originally Posted by
sard
Hi everyone.
Thanks for the prompt replies!
I was just thinking of the cheapest way, and if we car pool it saves them some money. (since they have an unlimited Metrocard)
Plus, I am familiar with both the F and 7 (I live in Douglaston) so I can estimate the travel time for their subway.
Do I have to use a rental car? Nope, but coming from home, thats the easiest. I can pick up a rental and use my free day for it. (instead of paying $40 for a taxi).
Theres no real subway near me, I would have to take a bus to get to either the F or 7
So you're starting at Douglaston? I still wouldn't drive at rush hour. I would take the LIRR from Douglaston to Woodside, change to the LIRR to Jamaica and then take the Airtrain. I bet it would be FASTER than driving.
E to the Airtrain? hmmm didnt know about that.
They will be coming from Grand Central, and the 7 is right there.
Or they could walk to the F train at 47-50.
Forget that. They can take the 6 uptown from GCT one stop to 51st St (sit in the first car), and then walk to the escalator down to the E train. Signage is easy. Allow 45 minutes to the Airtrain and another 15-20 minutes (depending on the wait) for the Airtrain to the terminal.