What is the cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to line 6 subway which costs $3 and takes 9 min.

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from W 32 St/Broadway and arriving at Madison Av/E 42 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 33 St and arriving at Grand Central-42 St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2 min.

Where can I stay near Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

There are 2823+ hotels available in Grand Central–42nd Street Station.

Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station

Q: What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to taxi which takes 1 min and costs $8 - $11.

Q: How far is it from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The distance between Empire State Building and Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 5051 feet.

Q: How do I travel from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station without a car?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 9 min and costs $3.

Q: How long does it take to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The line 6 subway from 33 St to Grand Central-42 St takes 2 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Q: Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train from?

Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train services, operated by MTA, depart from 33 St station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 33 St to Grand Central-42 Stsubway 4 / ...
9 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from W 32 St/Broadway to Madison Av/E 42 Stbus Q32
16 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationtaxi 3,530 ft
1 min
$8–11
Walk
1. Take the walk from Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationwalk 3,580 ft
13 min
Bus via Madison Av/E 35 St
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Madison Av/E 43 Stbus M1 / ...
12 min
$3–8

Empire State Building to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by foot and subway

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9 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 5,050 ft
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Empire State Building, NY, USA and Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 33 St to Grand Central-42 St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 2 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from W 32 St/Broadway to Madison Av/E 42 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 9 min.

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