F Line – Jamaica–179 St
Quick Facts
- Line: F
- City: New York City
- Borough: Queens
- Direction: Northbound Terminal
- Above / Below Ground: Underground
What’s Nearby
- Neighborhood: Jamaica Estates
- Schools: St. John’s University (nearby)
- Transit: Local Queens bus routes
- Community: Residential blocks and neighborhood shopping
- Access: Hillside Avenue corridor
About
Deep beneath the residential streets of eastern Queens, Jamaica–179 St marks the northern end of the F Line. Built with long tail tracks and wide platforms, this terminal was designed for heavy rush-hour volume — quietly sending thousands of riders toward Manhattan each weekday.
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Why This Terminal Matters
Jamaica–179 St is all about capacity and consistency. It’s one of the deepest and most functional terminals in the system — built to handle long trains, long rides, and the daily rhythm of outer-borough commuting.