What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side is to line 1 subway via Grand Central-42 St which costs $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs $16 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Upper West Side?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 45 St and arriving at Amsterdam Av/W 86 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Upper West Side?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 42 St-Times Square and arriving at 86 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Upper West Side is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side without a car is to line 1 subway via Grand Central-42 St which takes 16 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side?

It takes approximately 16 min to get from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 45 St station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side train services, operated by MTA, depart from 42 St-Times Square station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Amsterdam Av/W 86 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 86 St station.

Where can I stay near Upper West Side?

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Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side - 5 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway via Grand Central-42 St
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1. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 86 Stsubway 1 / ...
16 min
$3
Line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 86 Stsubway 1 / ...
22 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 45 St to Amsterdam Av/W 86 Stbus M7
39 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Sidetaxi 2.9 mi
4 min
$16–19
Walk
1. Take the foot from Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Sidewalk 2.8 mi
54 min

Grand Central Terminal to Upper West Side by foot and subway

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Distance: 3.1 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Upper West Side, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 42 St-Times Square to 86 St every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 45 St to Amsterdam Av/W 86 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 30 min.

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