One of the most economical ways to get to the airport without the hassle of public transportation is through an airport shuttle service. Talk to any New Yorker, though, and they'll tell you just how many nightmares people have had with various shuttle services. We've scaled the many mixed options down to three good ones, so that you'll have the safe, on-time, efficient NYC airport transportation from JFK airport or LaGuardia that you'll need -- and within your budget.
New York Airport Service Transportation
Phone: 718-560-3915
New York Airport Shuttle Service offers basic transportation on their coach style buses. The shuttles provide service between NYC and the LaGuardia and JFK airports. This shuttle service keeps its rates low by dropping off passengers at specific landmark Manhattan locations, including Grand Central Station, Penn Station, Bryant Park, and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The drivers are courteous and expedient, and the services run between $12 and $15 each way.
Go Airlink NYC
Phone: 877-599-8200
Go Airlink NYC provides several different airport transportation services to LaGuardia and JFK airports. Their most economical option is a shared ride van, which stops at hotels, residences, and businesses between Battery Park and 125th Street. They also offer a private van that takes groups of 4 to 11 from their homes or businesses to their airline drop off point. Go Airlink offers limousine and Towncar services with airport transportation as well. They uphold their reputation for being on-time and friendly by being consistently good to their customers.
Apple Commuter
Phone: 212-265-5255
Apple Commuter is a full-service transportation company that offers airport shuttle service in addition to private transportation, sightseeing tours, concierge services, and hotel packages. Their shared shuttles pick passengers up from their homes or businesses and provide comfortable transportation direct to their specific airline terminal. The shared nature of the shuttle system means savings for passengers. Those who need service both to and from the airport qualify for a discount upon purchase of a round-trip ticket.