As a New Yorker, it's mind blogging that as massively extensive our subway system in NYC which is the largest in the world it has no direct connect with two major airports in NYC. It's crazy!

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

It is insane that there are no rails that connect to the subway. There have been proposal after proposal on how to improve the situation, but it takes forever for anything to get approved.

@airbus7373

Жыл бұрын

There are some subway options being proposed, like an N/W train extension. Fingers crossed that gets built

@dineshsaba

11 ай бұрын

Obviously you have never been to Shanghai😅

@TheRandCrews

9 ай бұрын

@1LALaw😂 Republicans and public transit you must be kidding

@karakaaa3371

6 ай бұрын

Well JFK is connected by rail, which is just above ground subway.

I just got back home from a NY trip a week ago and my flight landed on LGA. The Q70 is free for now, so you don't have to use OMNY or metrocard... It will go straight to a subway station (I can't recall which was) but from there I just took one train up to midtown. it took me around 40 minutes to arrive at my hotel in times square.

Last visit to NYC grabbed an Uber from LGA to Manhattan and took 70 minutes and cost $89. Our return to LGA was via Subway to Jackson Hts - Roosevelt Av Station, then we grabbed the Q70 bus which is free and saved a lot of money, this took us about 40 minutes. Much better than a cab or uber.

I just love how clear and slow you speak. This makes it very understandable for those whose primary language isn't English and those with learning challenges

I’ve seen so many SideTalk videos that that “bing bong” caught me off guard

I keep looking at these videos thinking I will suddenly discover a better way to get to and from the airports. The sad truth is that my anxiety just won't accept carrying my luggage onto public transportation. In the end, it's worth it to me to pay for the cab/rideshare. That said, thanks for all of your videos, they're great! 🙂

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

It's awkward if you are not used to it so I don't blame you. Personally, I probably take a cab/rideshare 70% of the time when traveling to and from the airport, especially coming from a flight and it's pretty late. I'm just too tired.

Your videos are THE BEST for understanding New York Transit

LOVE the price comparison. Great video. Extremely helpful and clearly explained. It's helping me realize how easy public transportation can be. Will check out your other videos. Thanks!!

I am travelling to Manhattan for business, and as this is a brand new job, money is tight. I am amazed that you just made me feel confident spending $2.75 each way rather than $75 each way. The explanation of the Metro Card - Paper Ticket - Free Transfer was AWESOME!

Thank you for getting out there to get footage. Hope that the weather will be more pleasant!

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I hope so too. I got lucky with a sunny day.

I love this video. One thing to note about LGA is that the yellow taxi stand isn't visible once you exit the airport. You follow the signs to where it says the taxis are and the only cars you can see are the private taxis. To get to the yellow cabs you have to follow the "Taxi" signs outside and *then* cross the street past a barrier (there's another Taxi sign on the other side of the road that's not very obvious) to get to where the real taxi stand is. If you can't find it (like I couldn't) just ask an airport employee.

Wildly informative. Thank you so much!

Good video with detailed info. Cool music you use.

This is SO HELPFUL!! I’m going to NYFW in February and no one seems to know how to help me. I’m landing in LaGuardia but NYFW is in Manhattan so trying to figure transport has become a NIGHTMARE. So watching this knowing I can easily just grab a cab and figure everything out is waaaaay easier!! Thank you sooooo much for doing this video for those who’ve never been to NYC

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I hope you have a great trip. 😊

Love your content, I wish it was available years ago when I moved to New York. This video is excellent. Very detailed and clear. Thanks!

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I wish I had these videos too when I first moved here. 😊

So useful!!! Thanks so much!!!

Ur channels awesome thanks Thea!

I took LIRR from GCT to Woodside (12-13 min train ride), then the Q70 bus to LGA - not too bad! :)

Great info. !!!!

Wow. Thank you so much! I think I can do it. Lol I'm going from LGA to world trade center. The information was helpful. Thanks

Thea, you make AMAZING content! Thks! Can’t stop watching for my upcoming trip! Are you planning on expanding to the rest of US? Lol so good

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Lol. Thanks! Maybe one day if this channel earns enough to hire some help.

Just wanting to say thanks for your videos. They were super helpful during my visit that people think I’m a local & ask me for directions lol 😂

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Haha 😂 You bet! Were you able to help them out?

Excellent breakdown Thea! BTW, The fastest was to get into "the city" is to catch the LIRR from woodside, but only if you are headed to the area of Penn station anyway.

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I did think about the LIRR at Woodside but decided not too, just to keep things simple. Maybe when this video needs updating we can add it in.

@EscapingtheEmptyNest

2 жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine you made a great video, I wouldn't have added anything to it. The LGA/LIRR Is not a choice many people would make, and the only reason I did it was the fact that there were zero youtube videos about that option, and I like filling in obscure options and information on my channel. So we did it, documented what it was like, and put it out there. It was an interesting choice Fast because it's non stop, a little more expensive than the subway, but limiting because of the whole Penn Station thing.

@scottlyttle5586

2 жыл бұрын

I prefer to hop on the E train from the station. Been seeing some articles that say the Q70 bus is going to be free for a while as well.

La Guardia is very easy to access From any point to Roosevelt Ave you find a good amount of trains mta and buses....once you get in Roosevelt Ave then take the Q70 that is turned into a shuttle bus all the way to every single terminal 😊

My fav from Terminals 🅱️, C, & D is Q70 to Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Ave/74th St-Broadway & 🚇 to Manhattan but my fav from Terminal 🅰️ is M60 to Astoria Boulevard & 🚇 to Manhattan

For Woodside, you forgot the LIRR. Plus take the M60 to upper Mid-Manhattan, then take the M15/M15+SBS OR Metro-North RailRoad at Harlem-125th St.

When I was in new york, I took the m60 bus to upper Manhattan, then the red subway line to Columbus Circle which is where I was staying. Found that easier

I absolutely love flying from LGA. I really don't understand all the hate. It is a fine airport just like any other. I live in the East Village and I just spend 2.75 and 50-60 minutes to get there: Take the 4 subway from Union Square to Grand Central, transfer to the 7 and go to Jackson Heights Roosevelt, and then take the Q70 to the airport. On the way back it is just M60 to 125th St and Lexington and then the 4 subway to Union Square. It is really easy and cheap. I LOATHE going to other cities where you have to take a taxi or an Uber or have someone pick you up to get anywhere. I didn't know about the trick to take the N/W. If I were going to Midtown that is definitely what I would do. Great video as always!

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! I should have mentioned that if someone misses the Astoria stop on the M60, they could just get off at 125th instead. There are a lot of talk right now on how to expand public transit at LGA. The latest is by ferry that will dock at Pier 11. I was excited for an AirTrain, but there's so much debate around it.

@noroy2

Жыл бұрын

LGA is the worst airport man, always crowded and also a lot of delays. Always.

@laurasingleton301

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this because I need to get to that specific area and you laid it out perfectly

I found your channel just a week ago and I like it a lot. When moving in a city other than cost and speed, comfort is a third factor that people take into consideration. I'm surprised that most of the web guides and video I found on KZread advice to take the bus and then the subway from Jackson Heights(not a nice station imho). When instead with one more stop of bus you can get woodside and take the a train to Penn station. The train passes every 15min and takes about 10mins with no stops. I'm not from NYC, just happened to visit in November, when even the info points in LGA advice to go to Jackson Heights 😑. Is there any particular reason not to prefer the train from Woodside?

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Hi there. Probably so you don't have to transfer again from Penn station to the subway. It really depends on where you are going.

Seems simple, doesn't it? Nice video well explained. If this is thought of as "navigating in the urban jungle," are you the princess or the queen of said jungle?

Hey what do use to edit these videos to make em all animated? It's so cool

"The likelihood of getting lost (on the Q70) is LOW",,, I had to laugh on that one. Anyway, Great video thank you!

Not in my wildest dream would I believe $2.75 is possible to get from LGA to The City! Thanks for the vid!

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Right? And Newark's cheap option is only $4.35. I'm making a video on it.

As I would be an international traveller this is only of benefit for my domestic flights once in New York, but I think the bus and subway from Manhattan looks fine.

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

The bus isn't too bad. I guess they try to make it as convenient as possible.

@davidlazarus67

2 жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine I am used to public transport so it’s not that of an issue. It’s the using a metrocard to get a bus ticket that seems strange, and not using the metrocard directly.

@davidlazarus67

2 жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine Next week Newark?

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidlazarus67 Not next week, but sometime in April most likely.

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidlazarus67 I know it's so crazy. Welcome to New York. But I guess the upside to phasing out the MetroCard in favor of OMNY is not having to do this weird ticket thing.

Hi Urban Caffeine, Can you suggest a city guide who can assist you in you Newyork trip ? I will be Travelling End Jan-23 and if you can advise, thanks alot.

Wow cool

@user-ge7qp4jq7z

8 ай бұрын

Hi

Thanks for all the videos Urban Caffeine! When flying in to LGA next month our group will consist of two adults, two grandparents, and one 12-year old, so five people total. We will all have luggage with us. What would you suggest for getting to a hotel near Grand Central? I was thinking of a pre-booking a mini-van from a private car service like Carmel, but would love to know what your suggestions would be. I know with certainty that the grandparents won't want to do the bus/subway option. Our flight lands at 6:40pm on a Thursday, if that makes a difference.

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Personally, I would just take an Uber XL. It fits 5 people and they are usually a van anyways. I would pick Uber for simplicity. No need to pre-book. I'm not sure how much Carmel would charge, but I wouldn't expect Uber XL to be more than $100 (around $60 during nonpeak hours). Another option in case Uber is surging during that time is to take two yellow cabs. They don't surge and I estimate your two cabs won't be more than $100 total (maybe $40-50 per cab).

@zackisaacs8034

Жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine You're awesome, thank you!

Great video! Love it! Please can you explain how to get to JFK from LGA using public transport!! Please, I need that data for my next trip to NY

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm so for public transit, I would take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station → E subway train to Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av → Q70 bus to LGA. The AirTrain at JFK is now $8. The subway will be $2.75 and bus is considered a free transfer.

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

I just realized I gave you the reverse (JFK to LGA). Lol, sorry about that.

For people who arrived at nyc for tourism land at lga want to use bus to go to mid town manhattan , dont have any way of payment except cash? What can.they do??

How can I get from LGA to New Jersey Secaucus thank you

If you have to pay to get on the Q70 bus, why do people keep writing that it is a FREE BUS SERVICE? Kindly clarify if possible. Thnks.

If I land in LGA on a domestic flight and I need to go to JFK for my international flight, do you have a video covering transfers between the various airports? Or just use public transport? I saw ads for “black car limo” services that provides transfers between airports and it feels no different than a Lyft/Uber/taxi since they all have to travel on the road.

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

There used to be a shuttle bus but it looks like they are no longer running. I think most people just take a taxi or Lyft/Uber, partly because it's faster than public transit and they are easy to find at the airport. Any other private car service will be about the same, unless they car pool then it can be cheaper.

So if travelling with 3 people and paying the first trip let's say by bus with the same credit card, I can transfer to the subway free within the next two hours, right? Great videos as always!

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Hello! 👋 The Q70 bus is now free from LGA airport to the subway. So you just have to pay for the subway. As for the transfer for multiple people on one card, I can't personally confirm if you can. But someone here once commented that it worked for their group.

how old is the vid? took the buss 3 weeks ago and they had racks.

Can I purchase a metro card in lga

You can take only the bus too

Any update on 2024????

Great video! If I pay with credit card on q70 bus at Laguardia, do I not receive a paper ticket? Because in the past, sometimes there have been NYPD officers checking people for the paper ticket as they get off the bus at Roosevelt Av if they used the metrocard. But if you pay with a credit card, you won't have a paper ticket?

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there. Inspectors should have a handheld scanner to check your credit card and see that you paid. Here's a tweet about it: twitter.com/NYCTSubway/status/1299767614034653185?s=20

@swpafr

2 жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine Wooooow interesting! Thank you so much for the info! Liked and subbed! :)

The thumbnail shows an R68A 7 train, 7 trains can't run these type of equipment since they can’t fit. They use R188s. R68As only run on the lettered lines.

I feel like you should have noted that you can take the M60 into Manhattan and then take the train

What does the OMNI pay app look like? I see one for the UK, MY mta, and NYC Transit: MTS subway & bus??

@ryanwalker2432

Жыл бұрын

Hi! Omny does not have an app. You just need a contactless card or Google pay/ apple pay to pay and your fare will be capped automatically. Urban Caffeine made a wonderful video explaining more on her channel!

I don't know why I'm so nervous to take a bus from LGA to the subway. I'm not scared of anything I'm just so scared of getting lost. Like the fear of getting off the plane and being in another country like oh my God I don't know what anything is. I'm sure there's tons of signs everywhere plus a bunch of people who will look like they know what they're doing that you don't necessarily just want to follow but might help you feel like you're going in the right direction lol. I've only ever taken a taxi from JFK to Manhattan and now I'm going to be flying into LaGuardia and I want to try to take the cheaper options to mid town. It seems like it's going to be so straightforward and easy but I still have those nerves that I need to shake in the next couple of weeks. Coming from a big metro area where there aren't even sidewalks to really walk on and you have to drive everywhere kind of stinks in this instance

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Hi there. Everyday there are a lot of people who really don't know where they are going so you're not alone. It's very common to ask around and locals are pretty helpful. Hope you have a good trip and good luck!

@mingle27

Жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine thank you! Yeah looking from the outside, it's so funny to feel like you're the only one that doesn't know where you're going or feels nervous when there's just so many people coming in and out that probably feel the same way. It's nice perspective

Can I use my funds in the Omny app, to pay for travelers with me?

@UrbanCaffeine

8 ай бұрын

Yes up to 4 people including yourself. But paying for them won't count towards the fare cap.

R68 7 train on the thumbnail?

I will be going from Manhattan to LGA next week: As I will stay in NYC for 1 week, I will buy the 7-day Unlimited-Card (33 USD). Will there be an extra cost for the bus (M60 or Q70) or is it included? Thanks for the answer :)

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 The 7-day is both for buses and subway. Btw the Q70 is now free.

@sethgecko83

Жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine Thanks alot 😃

Will taxis available if I arrive in LGA around 10.30pm? Please let me know. around how much would be the taxi fare to Flushing, Queens, NY

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Hi there. Yes, taxis are pretty much available all the time. Here's a picture I posted on the estimated fares at LGA: twitter.com/urbancaffeineYT/status/1567482815834460160

@tarud100

Жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine Thank you so much. I love your videos. Those are very helpful. 💖

better idea take a cab from lga to the woodside station of the LIRR (about 4 miles) take the LIRR to Mannhattan or Take the LIRR to Jamaica and then the AirTrain to JFK

How much is it from LaGuardia to JFK? and what is it better airport yellow taxi or uber/lyft?

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

I would estimate around $40 (more or less). It really depends on demand and traffic. I think taxi and Uber/Lyft are about the same. You can pay with cash with a taxi. With Uber/Lyft, the price is locked in.

@yaseralzoubi8003

2 жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine Thank you 😊

Hi can u tell me if u have done a video of how to get from Newark airport to Manhattan

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there. Right now I don't have that video. But I'm currently working on making one. It will publish sometime in April.

@blackhammer1869

2 жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine ok thank u so much, do u know if there is a designated area for Uber or Lyft pick ups

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

@@blackhammer1869 Yes, there are airport signs that will lead you there. The Uber/Lyft app will show you too.

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

@@blackhammer1869 I just got back from Newark today. The pick up area (at least in Terminal B), is not labeled "Lyft" or "Uber". They are simply labeled as "Passenger Pick Up 1", "Passenger Pick Up 2", etc. But the app will coordinate at which one you can meet your driver at. From your gate, just follow signs to "Ground Transportation".

@blackhammer1869

2 жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine thank u so much for this info, I really do appreciate u going the extra mile for your viewers. I can’t wait to come to your wonderful City

Is there need to pick up the paper ticket before using NFC on the Q70?

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Hello there! The Q70 is now free. So no need for any ticket 😊. But with other buses, no need to get a paper ticket if you are using NFC.

@walmikvaidya5164

Жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine many thanks for the quick revert, so one just pays for the entry to the metro to get to Manhattan? Great vlogs….wtg

I have read that the Q70 Bus to Jackson heights station is now free. Is that true?

@DPI42750

10 ай бұрын

yes it is free now. since Governor Hochul cancelled the proposed LGA AirTrain, they have decided to make the Q70 free instead.

@TheSilence1

7 ай бұрын

And I think it goes to all terminals now, but I may be wrong.

@jwiles545

5 ай бұрын

@@DPI42750 Thanks, I visited NY/Newark over the holidays, and this helped a lot.

Since the Q70 is free, is the transfer also still free? Especially if you use OMNY?

@UrbanCaffeine

2 жыл бұрын

Hello. You still have to pay for the subway once you get to the subway station. It's just the Q70 bus that's free.

@asideaccount393

2 жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine so even though the Q70 is free now, transfers are no longer free?

Remember Q70 SBS is free.

Light year is a unit of distance, not time.

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Lol. I was wondering when someone would point it out. This video is over a year old at this point.

Can i buy the bus ticket with my 7 days unlimited Metrocard or I have to load some cash amount in my Metrocard first to purchase the bus ticket? Thank you

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Hi there. The 7-day unlimited works on local NYC buses. I made an entire video on the MetroCard if you haven't seen it: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZYx8o5aFk92sYqQ.html

@jimmyyang7129

Жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine I thought Q70 is local NYC bus no?! I will be landed in LGA without Metrocard! If I buy 7 day unlimited Metrocard at airport, Can I use it to buy Q70 bus ticket?!

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

​@@jimmyyang7129 The Q70 bus is now free (no need for a ticket). Once you get to the subway station, you can buy your MetroCard there.

@jimmyyang7129

Жыл бұрын

@@UrbanCaffeine Wow! That is great news! Thanks Thea! Have watched all your videos about New York and also got my USOpen Tennis ticket. Yeah

Uber from LGA to Manhattan costs more than the whole round trip flight to NYC 😂

Me And My Asian Wife (Maya-Minnie-Chu) Can’t Wait To Go On Our Honeymoon In New York City Next Month In November.

Curious if we will see other people with their luggage? I mean I'll have a small duffle bag but just curious and nervous to feel so out of place and lost. Lol

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

I see people with luggage all the time. Even locals carry around a lot of bags. People don't have cars so it's kinda expected that you are carrying a lot of stuff with you all the time. Check out this video of a guy who took a I-beam on the subway: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nmZhyK6xg6iXqdo.html

@UrbanCaffeine

Жыл бұрын

Btw, I made a video on subways and luggage: kzread.info/dash/bejne/n3Zlxruch8uoaLQ.html

:) 2:06

Confusing & outdated , As a Chicagoan I truly appreciate the simplicity in Chicagos public transportation

How about "LGA to Manhattan"? Or at least, "the city". I never hear a local refer to Manhattan as "New York". Come on, get it together.