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How to Get from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to SoHo

JFK is about 30 km south-east of SoHo in Lower Manhattan. Depending on the option you choose, door-to-door travel takes roughly 35 minutes by private car and 75-90 minutes using public transport.

✓ Verified Nov 2, 2026 • 30.1 km road distance

Pre-Booked Private Transfer

Recommended
34 mins •On Request (Pre-Booked)
€95 - €105 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Luggage Included
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After clearing customs, follow signs to the Arrivals Hall and look for your driver holding a name sign near the meeting point.
  2. Confirm your name and destination with the driver before leaving the terminal.
  3. The driver loads your luggage and takes a direct route to SoHo, usually via the Van Wyck Expressway and Williamsburg Bridge.
  4. Ask to be dropped at your exact SoHo address; the journey is about 34 minutes without heavy traffic.
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Official Yellow Taxi

Flat Fare
45 mins •Available 24/7 at Official Rank
€81 - €99 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Luggage Included
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the arrivals hall following signs to the official taxi rank; an attendant in a yellow jacket manages the queue.
  2. Wait in the official line and tell the driver you are going to SoHo, Manhattan.
  3. The flat fare to Manhattan is about €63 plus mandatory surcharges, tolls and a 15-20% tip; expect €81-€99 total.
  4. Pay by card or contactless at the end; get a receipt and note the driver's medallion number.

AirTrain + Subway (A Train)

Cheapest
80 mins •AirTrain Every Few Mins; A Train Frequent (24/7)
€10.50 / Person
Luggage: Carry-On Friendly
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs inside the terminal to the AirTrain station; every terminal has an AirTrain station.
  2. Take AirTrain towards Howard Beach and stay on for about 8-10 minutes.
  3. At Howard Beach, tap your contactless card or phone to pay the AirTrain exit fare, then transfer to the A train platform and tap again for the subway fare.
  4. Take a Manhattan-bound A train to Chambers Street station.
  5. Exit at Chambers Street and walk about 15 minutes north to reach SoHo; no subway line stops directly in the district.

AirTrain + LIRR + Subway

Fastest Public
65 mins •AirTrain Frequent; LIRR See TrainTime App; A Train Frequent
€15.00 - €17.00 / Person (Off-Peak vs Peak)
Luggage: Carry-On Friendly
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the AirTrain station and take AirTrain to Jamaica Station (about 10-12 minutes).
  2. At Jamaica, tap to pay the AirTrain exit fare, then buy a LIRR CityTicket at a machine or in the TrainTime app before boarding.
  3. Board a LIRR train to Penn Station; the train ride is about 20 minutes.
  4. At Penn Station, follow signs for the A train (8th Avenue line) and take a downtown A train to Chambers Street.
  5. Exit at Chambers Street and walk about 15 minutes to SoHo; the LIRR+subway combination avoids much of the traffic but no line stops in SoHo itself.
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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Only use the official taxi dispatcher outside arrivals; do not follow anyone offering a ride inside the terminal.
  • Ignore touts who quote a low 'flat rate' in the terminal; licensed yellow taxis use the official JFK-Manhattan flat fare plus regulated surcharges.
  • If a driver tries to use the meter for a Manhattan trip, refuse; Manhattan rides from JFK are flat fare, not metered.
  • Pay by card or contactless; if a driver claims the machine is broken, ask for the medallion number and write it down before paying.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from JFK to SoHo?

Take AirTrain to Howard Beach (about €7.85) and then the A train to Chambers Street for about €2.70; total about €10.50 per person. From Chambers Street it is a 15-minute walk to SoHo.

How long does it take to get from JFK to SoHo?

By private transfer or taxi without traffic it can take about 35-45 minutes, but at rush hour allow 60-75 minutes. AirTrain and subway typically takes about 80 minutes door-to-door.

Is the taxi from JFK to SoHo a flat fare?

Yes, yellow taxis charge a flat fare to Manhattan of about €63 before surcharges, tolls and tip; expect €81-€99 in total. Only use the official taxi rank outside arrivals.

Can I pay for the AirTrain and subway with a contactless card?

Yes, the entire public transport system uses OMNY; tap a contactless card, phone or OMNY card at the gates. The AirTrain exit fare and the subway fare are charged separately.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is usually best for families because the price is fixed, the driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign, and luggage is handled door-to-door. Taxis are also convenient but can have queues at busy times.

Does the subway stop directly in SoHo?

No, no subway line on the verified JFK routes stops inside SoHo. The closest usable stop is Chambers Street on the A train, followed by about a 15-minute walk.

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