LaGuardia Airport to Manhattan Transfer

LaGuardia Airport to Manhattan transfer options is to either take a taxi, small shuttle bus or car service. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is located in Queens, not far from Uptown Manhattan. If you are travelling to Long Island City or if you are travelling back from Manhattan to LaGuardia then the same information applies.

Taxi from LaGuardia to Manhattan

From LaGuardia Airport, the taxi ride will cost between $40 to $60 plus toll and tip. There is no fixed price. From Manhattan to LaGuardia Airport, the fare depends on where in Manhattan you are travelling from.

Private Transfers

Do you want to travel from the airport to your hotel in a private, chauffeur-driven car with just yourselves for company? And would you prefer to arrange your transport before you depart to New York? Then book a private transfer in advance. There are various options for a private transport available.

Value private transfer

Choose the economy private transfer and have everything organised before your departure to New York. You only need to give them a quick call as soon as you have your bags and the driver will pick you up from outside the terminal.

All-inclusive private transfer

If you would prefer to have a more worry-free start to your trip to New York with all taxes, tolls and tips included, you can book this transfer. You give all your flight details before you travel and so there is no need to call when you arrive in New York. Your chauffeur will pick you up from the airport in a luxury vehicle.

Book your all-inclusive private transfer here

Limousine

Book an airport transfer by limousine to arrive in New York City in style. Experience your first moments in the city in an unforgettable way! You can take a limo transfer from the LaGuardia Airport to your hotel for a maximum of 7 people.

Book your transfer by limousine here

Shared Small Shuttle Buses

You can book a shuttle bus that brings you to your hotel or apartment. They are the best option if you don’t want to take a taxi. They take a bit longer than a taxi though, as they have to drop off other people as well. Book your seat on the shuttle bus before you go. You will get a voucher via email that you have to print out. You will find the shuttle buses outside the terminal. Currently, only the small shuttle buses are running, the large express buses are not in service.

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Public Transport

To travel from LaGuardia to Manhattan, you first need to take the bus to a subway station. If you are headed to Midtown or Downtown, take bus Q70 to Roosevelt Avenue. Here, you can transfer to subway lines EMFR7. If you are going to the Upper East Side or Upper West Side, take bus M60 to 125th Street. Public transport is especially cheap. Keep in mind that you will need to change multiple times, not so handy after a long flight and with lots of luggage.

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Eric’s Tip: I would recommend taking a taxi to and from LGA Airport, it’s just the easiest way. The small or the large buses are also a good option but take longer. Don’t try to take public transportation, it’s just not worth all the hassle.

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