What is the cheapest way to get from Central Park to Bronx Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Central Park to Bronx Zoo is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Park to Bronx Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Central Park to Bronx Zoo is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Central Park and Bronx Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 84 St and arriving at Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrance. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Central Park and Bronx Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86th Street and arriving at West Farms Sq-E Tremont Av. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Central Park to Bronx Zoo?

The distance between Central Park and Bronx Zoo is 10 miles. The road distance is 6.2 miles.

How do I travel from Central Park to Bronx Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Central Park to Bronx Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 46 min and costs $3 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Central Park to Bronx Zoo?

The bus from Madison Av/E 84 St to Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrance takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Central Park to Bronx Zoo bus from?

Central Park to Bronx Zoo bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 84 St station.

Where do I catch the Central Park to Bronx Zoo train from?

Central Park to Bronx Zoo train services, operated by MTA, depart from 86th Street station.

Where does the Central Park to Bronx Zoo bus arrive?

Central Park to Bronx Zoo bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrance station.

Where does the Central Park to Bronx Zoo train arrive?

Central Park to Bronx Zoo train services, operated by MTA, arrive at West Farms Sq-E Tremont Av station.

Can I drive from Central Park to Bronx Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Park to Bronx Zoo is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Central Park to Bronx Zoo.

Where can I stay near Bronx Zoo?

There are 3418+ hotels available in Bronx Zoo.

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There are 4 ways to get from Central Park to Bronx Zoo by bus, subway, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 84 St to Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrancebus BxM11
46 min
$3–8
Drive 6.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charles A. Dana Discovery Center to Bronx Zoocar 6.2 mi
12 min
$2
Line 5 subway
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to West Farms Sq-E Tremont Avsubway 5
1h 11m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charles A. Dana Discovery Center to Bronx Zootaxi 6.2 mi
12 min
$26–32

Central Park to Bronx Zoo by foot and bus

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Distance: 9.6 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Central Park, New York County, NY, USA and Bronx Zoo, NY, USA?

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 84 St to Bronx River Pkwy/Bronx Zoo Entrance every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from 86th Street to West Farms Sq-E Tremont Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min.

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