What is the cheapest way to get from Franklin Square to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Franklin Square to Manhattan is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Franklin Square to Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Franklin Square to Manhattan is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Franklin Square and Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from Franklin Square to Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Pacific Av / Hempstead and arriving at 1 St/27 Av via Hillside Av/178 St and Roosevelt Av/Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Franklin Square and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stewart Manor and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Franklin Square to Manhattan?

The distance between Franklin Square and Manhattan is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

How do I travel from Franklin Square to Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Franklin Square to Manhattan without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Franklin Square to Manhattan?

The train from Stewart Manor to Grand Central Terminal takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Franklin Square to Manhattan bus from?

Franklin Square to Manhattan bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, depart from Pacific Av / Hempstead station.

Where do I catch the Franklin Square to Manhattan train from?

Franklin Square to Manhattan train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Stewart Manor station.

Train or bus from Franklin Square to Manhattan?

The best way to get from Franklin Square to Manhattan is to train which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $19 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Franklin Square to Manhattan bus arrive?

Franklin Square to Manhattan bus services, operated by Nassau Inter-County Express, arrive at 179 St / Hillside station.

Where does the Franklin Square to Manhattan train arrive?

Franklin Square to Manhattan train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Franklin Square to Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Franklin Square to Manhattan is 20 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Franklin Square to Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Manhattan?

There are 3863+ hotels available in Manhattan.

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There are 5 ways to get from Franklin Square to Manhattan by train, bus, subway, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stewart Manor to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hempstead Branch
42 min
$6–13
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Franklin Square to Manhattancar 19.5 mi
32 min
$4–6
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Pacific Av / Hempstead to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the subway from Jamaica-179 St to Lexington Av/63 Stsubway F
1h 26m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Franklin Square to Manhattantaxi 19.5 mi
32 min
$180–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Av / Hempstead to 179 St / Hillsidebus n6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hillside Av/178 St to 39 Av/Main Stbus Q17
3. Take the bus from Roosevelt Av/Main St to 1 St/27 Avbus Q19
2h 24m
$9–19

Franklin Square to Manhattan by train

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Franklin Square, NY, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Stewart Manor to Grand Central Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pacific Av / Hempstead to 1 St/27 Av via Hillside Av/178 St, 39 Av/Main St, and Roosevelt Av/Main St in around 2h 24m.

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