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Times Square to City Island trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Times Square and City Island takes 46 min and the fastest train takes 41 min. The train runs at least 6 times per hour from Times Square to City Island. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

46 min
Duration
12 mi
Distance
$3
Average price
Every 10 minutes
Frequency

Times Square to City Island train times

Trains run every 10 minutes between Times Square and City Island. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Times Square is at 11:58 PM which arrives into City Island at 12:42 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 46 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 43 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Times Square to City Island? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Times Square to City Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 12 mi
  • Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Times Square, NY, USA and City Island, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Grand Central-42 St to Pelham Bay Park every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 46 min.

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