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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower is to subway which costs $3 and takes 4 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower is to subway which takes 4 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Times Square Tower?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from E 42 St/Park Av and arriving at W 42 St/7 Av. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Times Square Tower?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central-42 St and arriving at 42 St-Times Square. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1 min.

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

The subway from Grand Central-42 St to 42 St-Times Square takes 1 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

Where can I stay near Times Square Tower?

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Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower

Q: How far is it from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower?

The distance between Grand Central–42nd Street Station and Times Square Tower is 3176 feet.

Q: How do I travel from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower without a car is to subway which takes 4 min and costs $3.

Q: Where do I catch the Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower train from?

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand Central-42 St station.

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There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower by subway, bus, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to 42 St-Times Squaresubway S
4 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from E 42 St/Park Av to W 42 St/7 Avbus M42
7 min
$3–12
Walk
1. Take the walk from Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Towerwalk 3,110 ft
11 min
Bus via 5 Av/W 47 St
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 47 St to 7 Av/ W 36 Stbus Q32
25 min
$3–8

Grand Central–42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower by foot and subway

1611Weekly Services

4 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,180 ft
Duration: 4 min

What companies run services between Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA and Times Square Tower, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Grand Central-42 St to 42 St-Times Square every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from E 42 St/Park Av to W 42 St/7 Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 6 min. Boxcar also services this route every 3 hours.

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