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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Elmhurst?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 42 St and arriving at Roosevelt Av/75 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Elmhurst?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Woodside. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst?

The distance between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Elmhurst is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Woodside takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst bus from?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 42 St station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst train from?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst?

The best way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst is to train which takes 12 min and costs $3 - $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst bus arrive?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Roosevelt Av/75 St station.

Where does the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst train arrive?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Woodside station.

Can I drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst is 7 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst.

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Woodsidetrain Babylon Branch / ...
12 min
$3–6
Drive 6.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurstcar 6.5 mi
11 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 42 St to Roosevelt Av/75 Stbus Q32
45 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhursttaxi 6.5 mi
11 min
$28–35
Line 7 subway
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to 82 St-Jackson Htssubway 7
22 min
$3

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Elmhurst by foot and train

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Distance: 4.8 mi
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA and Elmhurst, Queens County, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Woodside every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–6 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 42 St to Roosevelt Av/75 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 43 min.

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