What is the cheapest way to get from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal is to line 2 subway via Grand Central-42 St which costs $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal?

The fastest way to get from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs $18 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between 96 St and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riverside Dr/W 97 St and arriving at 5 Av/W 46 St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between 96 St and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 96 St and arriving at 42 St-Times Square. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal?

The distance between 96 St and Grand Central Terminal is 3 miles.

How do I travel from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal without a car is to line 2 subway via Grand Central-42 St which takes 13 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal?

It takes approximately 13 min to get from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the 96 St to Grand Central Terminal bus from?

96 St to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Riverside Dr/W 97 St station.

Where do I catch the 96 St to Grand Central Terminal train from?

96 St to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by MTA, depart from 96 St station.

Where does the 96 St to Grand Central Terminal bus arrive?

96 St to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 46 St station.

Where does the 96 St to Grand Central Terminal train arrive?

96 St to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

Where can I stay near Grand Central Terminal?

There are 3760+ hotels available in Grand Central Terminal.

96 St to Grand Central Terminal - 6 ways to travel via line 2 subway, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from 96 St to Grand Central Terminal by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 2 subway via Grand Central-42 St
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1. Take the subway from 96 St to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 2 / ...
13 min
$3
Line 2 subway
1. Take the subway from 96 St to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 2 / ...
19 min
$3
Bus via 5 Av/W 46 St
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 97 St to 5 Av/W 46 Stbus M5
38 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from 96 St to Grand Central Terminaltaxi 3.5 mi
7 min
$18–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 97 St to 5 Av/W 41 Stbus M5
51 min
$3–8
Walk
1. Take the walk from 96 St to Grand Central Terminalwalk 3.4 mi
1h 4m

96 St to Grand Central Terminal by subway and foot

1611Weekly Services

13 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3.4 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between 96 St, NY, USA and Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 96 St to 42 St-Times Square every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Riverside Dr/W 97 St to 5 Av/W 46 St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 26 min.

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