How to Get from JFK to Penn Station in 2026: What Actually Works (and What Will Make You Curse)
Quick Takeaways Comparison Table – 2026 Reality Check Option Base Fare (est.) Congestion Fee Worst Surge Nightmare Fixed Rate? TLC Licensed? Current Avg Rating Quick Notes (the honest ones) Yellow Taxi $70 + tip $9–$15 $110–130 in gridlock No Yes ~3.8/5 Reliable-ish… if you like waiting in endless lines. Uber / Lyft $55–$90 $9–$15 $180–$250
