What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan is to line 28 bus which costs $3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs $15 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 46 St and arriving at Madison Av/E 74 St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central-42 St and arriving at 86th Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Manhattan is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 10 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan?

The line 6 subway from Grand Central-42 St to 86th Street takes 9 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 46 St station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand Central-42 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 74 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 86th Street station.

Where can I stay near Manhattan?

There are 3042+ hotels available in Manhattan.

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There are 7 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to 86th Streetsubway 6 / ...
10 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 46 St to Madison Av/E 74 Stbus M1 / ...
21 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattantaxi 2.6 mi
6 min
$15–18
Walk
1. Take the foot from Grand Central Terminal to Manhattanwalk 2.5 mi
49 min
Line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from MADISON AVE @ 39th ST to MADISON AVE @ 84th STbus 28
21 min
$3
Bus via 3rd Avenue & 79th Street
1. Take the bus from 3 Av & 42 St to 3rd Avenue & 79th Streetbus Westhampton
23 min
$17–75
Bus via Madison Av/E 83 St
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 43 St to Madison Av/E 83 Stbus M1 / ...
26 min
$3–8

Grand Central Terminal to Manhattan by foot and subway

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Distance: 2.3 mi
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Grand Central-42 St to 86th Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 46 St to Madison Av/E 74 St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 17 min.

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