Finding your way to St. John’s University’s beautiful Utopia Parkway campus in Queens, New York, is straightforward whether you’re driving or using public transportation. This guide provides detailed directions to ensure a smooth arrival at St. John’s University Utopia Parkway Queens NY.
Driving Directions to St. John’s University
No matter where you’re coming from in the Tri-State area, reaching St. John’s University by car is convenient. Below are detailed driving directions from various locations:
From Manhattan
Take the Queens Midtown Tunnel to the Long Island Expressway (495). Exit at Utopia Parkway (Exit number 26). Stay on the Long Island Expressway service road and turn right onto Utopia Parkway. Continue on Utopia Parkway until you reach Union Turnpike. The university campus will be on your right-hand side.
From Brooklyn
Option One: Take the Belt Parkway East to the Van Wyck Expressway (678 North). Exit at Main Street/Union Turnpike (Exit number 12A-12B). Proceed to the third traffic light and make a right onto the Grand Central Parkway service road. Turn left onto Utopia Parkway at the fourth traffic light and continue to the campus.
Option Two: Take the Jackie Robinson Parkway East to the Grand Central Parkway East. Exit at Utopia Parkway (Exit number 13). Turn left onto Utopia Parkway, and the campus will be on your left.
From The Bronx
Option One: Take the Throgs Neck Bridge to the Clearview Expressway (295 South). Take Exit 2 and turn right onto Union Turnpike. Turn left onto Utopia Parkway; proceed to the main gate (Gate 1) and make a right onto the campus.
Option Two: Take the Triboro Bridge to the Grand Central Parkway East. Exit at Utopia Parkway (Exit number 13). Turn left at the traffic light and then make another left onto the campus.
From Long Island (North)
Option One: Take the Northern State Parkway to the Grand Central Parkway West. Exit at 188th Street (Exit number 13). Turn left at the traffic light, and make an immediate right onto the Grand Central Parkway service road. Follow the service road to Utopia Parkway; bear right to enter the campus.
Option Two: Take the Long Island Expressway (495) and exit at Utopia Parkway (Exit number 26). Turn left onto Utopia Parkway and proceed to Union Turnpike. The campus is on the right.
From Long Island (South)
Take the Southern State Parkway to the Cross Island Parkway North. Proceed to the Grand Central Parkway West. Exit at 188th Street (Exit number 13). Turn left at the traffic light, and make an immediate right onto the Grand Central Parkway service road. Follow the service road to Utopia Parkway and bear right to enter the campus.
From Connecticut (North)
Follow I-95 South to the Bruckner Expressway toward the Throgs Neck Bridge. Cross the Throgs Neck Bridge to the Clearview Expressway (295 South). Take Exit 2 from the Clearview Expressway and turn right onto Union Turnpike. Turn left onto Utopia Parkway; proceed to main gate (Gate 1) and make a right onto the campus.
From New Jersey
Take I-95 North or I-80 East to the George Washington Bridge. Cross the bridge and take the Cross Bronx Expressway to I-295 to the Throgs Neck Bridge. Follow the directions above from The Bronx (Option One).
Public Transportation to St. John’s University
Utilizing New York City’s public transportation system is another excellent way to reach St. John’s University Utopia Parkway Queens NY.
Subway Directions
- E Train: Take the E train to the Kew Gardens/Union Turnpike station. From there, take the Q46 bus to Union Turnpike and Utopia Parkway.
- F Train: Take the F train to the 169th Street station. Transfer to the Q30 or Q31 bus to St. John’s University main gate on Utopia Parkway and 82nd Avenue.
- 7 Train: Take the 7 train to Main Street, Flushing. Transfer to the Q17 bus to Utopia Parkway and the Long Island Expressway. From there, transfer to the Q30 or Q31 bus to St. John’s University main gate at Utopia Parkway and 82nd Avenue.
- I.R.T. Subway: (This is likely referring to the 7 train – see above).
- I.N.D. Subways: (This is likely referring to the E and F trains – see above).
Long Island Rail Road (LIRR)
Take the LIRR to Jamaica Station. From Jamaica Station, take the Q30 bus to St. John’s University main gate on Utopia Parkway and 82nd Avenue.
Parking at St. John’s University
Visitors are welcome to park on the St. John’s University Utopia Parkway Queens NY campus. Guest parking is available through Gates 2 and 3 on Utopia Parkway. For drop-offs, use Gate 4 on Union Turnpike. Campus garages offer additional parking options, with entrances located off Union Turnpike.
Alt text: Campus map of St. John’s University Utopia Parkway Queens NY, highlighting parking areas and gates for visitors, ideal for planning your visit.
Remember to allow ample time for parking, especially during peak hours. If street parking becomes necessary, please adhere to all NYC parking regulations. For a detailed view of parking areas and campus layout, download the campus map for your convenience. We look forward to welcoming you to St. John’s University Utopia Parkway Queens NY!
