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

The cheapest way to get from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal is to line 7 subway which takes 11 min and costs $3.

Is there a direct bus between Long Island and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd and arriving at 5 Av/W 47 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Long Island and Grand Central Terminal?

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

How far is it from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal?

The distance between Long Island and Grand Central Terminal is 3 miles. The road distance is 8.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal without a car is to line 7 subway which takes 11 min and costs $3.

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

The line 7 subway from Queensboro Plaza to Grand Central-42 St takes 9 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Long Island to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd station.

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

Long Island to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by MTA, depart from Queensboro Plaza station.

Train or bus from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal?

The best way to get from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal is to bus which takes 29 min and costs $3 - $8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $9 and takes 21 min.

Where does the Long Island to Grand Central Terminal bus arrive?

Long Island to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 47 St station.

Where does the Long Island to Grand Central Terminal train arrive?

Long Island to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Grand Central-42 St station.

Can I drive from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Island to Grand Central Terminal is 9 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal.

Where can I stay near Grand Central Terminal?

There are 3572+ hotels available in Grand Central Terminal.

Long Island to Grand Central Terminal - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from Long Island to Grand Central Terminal by subway, bus, taxi, car, foot, or train

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Line 7 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Queensboro Plaza to Grand Central-42 Stsubway 7 / ...
11 min
$3
Drive 8.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Grand Central Terminalcar 8.7 mi
19 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd to 5 Av/W 47 Stbus Q32
29 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brooklyn to Grand Central Terminaltaxi 8.7 mi
19 min
$35–45
Walk
1. Take the foot from Long Island City to Grand Central Terminalwalk 2.1 mi
34 min
Train
1. Take the train from Flushing Main Street to Grand Central Terminaltrain Port Washington Branch
21 min
$5–9
Bus via Exit 63 Park and Ride
1. Take the bus from Exit 63 Park and Ride to 3 Av & E 42 Stbus North Fork
1h 40m
$25–75

Long Island to Grand Central Terminal by subway and foot

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Distance: 2.8 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Long Island, Suffolk County, NY, USA and Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Queensboro Plaza to Grand Central-42 St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Queens Blvd/Northern Blvd to 5 Av/W 47 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 22 min.

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