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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Union Square is to line 6 subway which costs $3 and takes 7 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Union Square is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs $11 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Union Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5 Av/W 42 St and arriving at 5 Av/W 17 St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Union Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central-42 St and arriving at 14 St-Union Sq. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Union Square?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Union Square is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Union Square without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 7 min and costs $3.

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

The line 6 subway from Grand Central-42 St to 14 St-Union Sq takes 6 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Grand Central Terminal to Union Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 5 Av/W 42 St station.

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

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

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Union Square bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Union Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 17 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Union Square train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Union Square train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 14 St-Union Sq station.

Where can I stay near Union Square?

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Grand Central Terminal to Union Square - 4 ways to travel via line 6 subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Union Square by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to 14 St-Union Sqsubway 6 / ...
7 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to 5 Av/W 17 Stbus M1 / ...
15 min
$2–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Union Squaretaxi 1.6 mi
4 min
$11–14
Walk
1. Take the walk from Grand Central Terminal to Union Squarewalk 1.4 mi
26 min

Grand Central Terminal to Union Square by foot and subway

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Distance: 1.6 mi
Duration: 7 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Grand Central-42 St to 14 St-Union Sq every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 5 Av/W 42 St to 5 Av/W 17 St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 11 min. Westchester County Bee-Line System also services this route every 4 hours.

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