chirpy007 Posted September 17, 2011 #1 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Im sure ill get moaned at and abused by some for asking but Carmel car service appears to be a fair bit cheaper than a taxi. Am i missing something? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andee Posted September 17, 2011 #2 Share Posted September 17, 2011 When we've travelled from LGA to midtown Manhattan, we've found that a taxi is a bit cheaper when there's no traffic, but a car service is cheaper when ther's lots of traffic--because it's a set price, regardless of how much time the ride takes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirpy007 Posted September 17, 2011 Author #3 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Arent the taxi's a set price as well though? We will be coming from JFK to Midtown East. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njhorseman Posted September 17, 2011 #4 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Arent the taxi's a set price as well though? We will be coming from JFK to Midtown East. Yes, from JFK to Manhattan (or reverse) taxis are fixed at $45, but this is not the norm...taxi fares are otherwise metered and that can run up quite a fare if you're stuck in traffic. Doing a quick look up, it appears Carmel's price from JFK to Manhattan is $40, but in reverse it's $48...so it's $5 cheaper than a taxi one way but $3 more the other (all prices are plus tolls and tip). (Carmel states its prices may differ in "peak" hours, and also airport pick up prices are higher at night) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spakman Posted September 17, 2011 #5 Share Posted September 17, 2011 I'm also trying to work out whether to use a taxi or a shuttle. We get into JFK at 8.00 pm (after having been in the air for about 24 hours!) and by the time we clear immigration and customs I'm expecting it will be about 9.30 to 10.00. Any suggestions/recommendations would be welcome - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njhorseman Posted September 18, 2011 #6 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I'm also trying to work out whether to use a taxi or a shuttle. We get into JFK at 8.00 pm (after having been in the air for about 24 hours!) and by the time we clear immigration and customs I'm expecting it will be about 9.30 to 10.00. Any suggestions/recommendations would be welcome - I assume you're going to a hotel from the airport The shuttle service in NY isn't that good, and taxis might be scarce at that time. I would take a car service like Dial 7 or Carmel. Reserve in advance. http://www.dial7.com http://www.carmellimo.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spakman Posted September 18, 2011 #7 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I assume you're going to a hotel from the airport The shuttle service in NY isn't that good, and taxis might be scarce at that time. I would take a car service like Dial 7 or Carmel. Reserve in advance. www.dial7.com www.carmellimo.com Yeah, was thinking along those lines, thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted September 18, 2011 #8 Share Posted September 18, 2011 I assume you're going to a hotel from the airport The shuttle service in NY isn't that good, and taxis might be scarce at that time. I would take a car service like Dial 7 or Carmel. Reserve in advance. http://www.dial7.com http://www.carmellimo.com I agree. I would also take a car service. You'll likely be quite tired and having this all arranged in advance will be easier all the way around. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirpy007 Posted September 18, 2011 Author #9 Share Posted September 18, 2011 Yes, from JFK to Manhattan (or reverse) taxis are fixed at $45, but this is not the norm...taxi fares are otherwise metered and that can run up quite a fare if you're stuck in traffic. Doing a quick look up, it appears Carmel's price from JFK to Manhattan is $40, but in reverse it's $48...so it's $5 cheaper than a taxi one way but $3 more the other (all prices are plus tolls and tip). (Carmel states its prices may differ in "peak" hours, and also airport pick up prices are higher at night) We land around 1.30pm...............are all the shuttle services poor,we can get Airlink for around $20 each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatam Posted September 18, 2011 #10 Share Posted September 18, 2011 We land around 1.30pm...............are all the shuttle services poor,we can get Airlink for around $20 each. $20pp still computes to at least $40 for two plus tip. AND you get to go on a stop and go trip, generally 2 hour trip through NYC. PLUS you may get to circle JFK endlessly while they are waiting or looking for other passengers. Shuttle services in NYC are generally poor, poor, poor. While Airlink is SLIGHTLY better than Supershuttle, neither are worth a darn. Stick with the car service. You will be far happier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirpy007 Posted September 18, 2011 Author #11 Share Posted September 18, 2011 $20pp still computes to at least $40 for two plus tip. AND you get to go on a stop and go trip, generally 2 hour trip through NYC. PLUS you may get to circle JFK endlessly while they are waiting or looking for other passengers. Shuttle services in NYC are generally poor, poor, poor. While Airlink is SLIGHTLY better than Supershuttle, neither are worth a darn. Stick with the car service. You will be far happier. Ok will do, thanks for the advice :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spakman Posted September 19, 2011 #12 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Any idea how long they wait if you are delayed? I have sent an email to both Dial7 and Carmel but haven't received a reply yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spakman Posted September 19, 2011 #13 Share Posted September 19, 2011 ok, Carmel just got back to me - said book it for the arrival time and call when we get our luggage which makes sense. Can anyone tell me what tolls there are between JFK and Manhattan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njhorseman Posted September 20, 2011 #14 Share Posted September 20, 2011 ok, Carmel just got back to me - said book it for the arrival time and call when we get our luggage which makes sense. Can anyone tell me what tolls there are between JFK and Manhattan? Your driver can take a route that will have no tolls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spakman Posted September 20, 2011 #15 Share Posted September 20, 2011 many thanks for all your help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broch Posted September 24, 2011 #16 Share Posted September 24, 2011 I have been corresponding with All City Limousines New york regarding transfers from JFK and also other rides. I have to say they have been very helpful. Very prompt replies. So I am really hoping this carries through to their service on the road. Has anyone used this company, I think they are quite small and are not so well known as companies like DIAL 7 whom I have e mailed 3 yes 3 times not in the same week but over a 3 week period. I have tried 3 different e mail address's and their online quote system. Now I know our trip is not until next year so I don't know if that is the problem why they have not got back to me. Anyway I would be delighted if some posters have any experience working with All City Limousines. Thanks for any replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njhorseman Posted September 24, 2011 #17 Share Posted September 24, 2011 I have been corresponding with All City Limousines New york regarding transfers from JFK and also other rides. I have to say they have been very helpful. Very prompt replies. So I am really hoping this carries through to their service on the road. Has anyone used this company, I think they are quite small and are not so well known as companies like DIAL 7 whom I have e mailed 3 yes 3 times not in the same week but over a 3 week period. I have tried 3 different e mail address's and their online quote system. Now I know our trip is not until next year so I don't know if that is the problem why they have not got back to me. Anyway I would be delighted if some posters have any experience working with All City Limousines. Thanks for any replies. I've replied on the separate thread you started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted September 27, 2011 #18 Share Posted September 27, 2011 I would take a taxi... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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