Traveling to NYC next month. Flying into JFK around 11:30am. I did the travel fare estimate on uber, but I didn't know if it would differ with traffic and everything. Anyone know what you usually will pay? Thanks!
I have found Carmel to be cheaper or comparable to taxi and a much nicer ride. They have an app you can download as well and get a price before you book.
PalJoey said: "Uber will be more expensive than a yellow cab. Either get in the cab line (they're ususlaly quick) or try one of the NYC car services: 212-777-7777 or 212-666-6666 or 212-333-3333"
We use Dial7 - the toll-free number is 800-777-7777 (212 local as above) - but have friends who swear by Carmel 866-666-6666
Do a search for discount codes/coupons - there seems to always be one for first-timers for $5-10 off.
UberX from JFK to anywhere in Manhattan used to be a flat rate of $55 (plus toll, if you take the tunnel, etc.). I'm assuming it is still the same $55 rate, no?
Carmel is cheaper and, unlike Uber, they know what they are doing. Uber, like taxis, are inherently hit or miss driver wise and Uber has the additional disadvantage of not having a fleet of waiting vehicles at the airport. I normally take the train, unless I get home dead tired etc.
Just get the Skytrain to Jamaica station then the Long Island Railroad straight into Penn station in midtown. About an hour and $12 total. No brainier.
Traveling to NYC next month. Flying into JFK around 11:30am. I did the travel fare estimate on uber, but I didn't know if it would differ with traffic and everything. Anyone know what you usually will pay? Thanks!"
I also recommend the AirTrain and subway to midtown. Great if you don't have a lot of luggage. It cost me $5.00 for the AirTrain and $2.75 for the subway. I usually take the E train. $7.75 (I have a metrocard already, but as posted previously, add $1.00 if you don't have one). I can usually get from JFK to 53rd/6th in about an hour...even less time if you are getting off at 42nd. I take the same way back to JFK. Huge savings, no traffic. Use one of those metro apps to check train times, etc. I used Citymapper in May. I did this for the first time in 2015 coming from California by myself. Really easy!
Hi! I am traveling into the city this weekend with a group of 5 people. We figured it might be cheapest to book a ride with Carmel since we would have to take an UberXL, and aren't sure how hard it is to get a minivan taxi. The Carmel website gave me a quote of $62 from JFK to Midtown, but it doesn't include tolls or tip. How much does that usually amount to? If we book a minivan that seats 6 passengers and we have a group of 5, is there a chance that there would be one random passenger in our car (like an UberPool)? Thank you!
I don't know about Uber, but I'd just book the car service for that many people. Your driver will be waiting for you as you exit, less hassle, and no stress. The car service are professionals and know what they are doing. If you're more concerned about cheap, then take the subway as recommended. Good luck.
Used the train last year, cheap , easy and not a single issue, easiest way to go
Well I didn't want to get into it, but he's a Satanist.
Every full moon he sacrifices 4 puppies to the Dark Lord and smears their blood on his paino.
This should help you understand the score for Wicked a little bit more.
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Used the train last year, cheap , easy and not a single issue, easiest way to go
Well I didn't want to get into it, but he's a Satanist.
Every full moon he sacrifices 4 puppies to the Dark Lord and smears their blood on his paino.
This should help you understand the score for Wicked a little bit more.
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Is Stephen Schwartz a Practicing Christian