What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Franklin Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Franklin Square. However, there are services departing from E 57 St/3 Av and arriving at Franklin Av / Hempstead via 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Franklin Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Stewart Manor. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The distance between Manhattan and Franklin Square is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.4 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Franklin Square without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs $6 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart Manor takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Franklin Square bus from?

Manhattan to Franklin Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from E 57 St/3 Av station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Franklin Square train from?

Manhattan to Franklin Square train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square is to train which takes 40 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Manhattan to Franklin Square bus arrive?

Manhattan to Franklin Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Hillside Av/180 St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Franklin Square train arrive?

Manhattan to Franklin Square train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Stewart Manor station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Franklin Square is 19 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Manhattan to Franklin Square.

Where can I stay near Franklin Square?

There are 468+ hotels available in Franklin Square.

Manhattan to Franklin Square - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart Manortrain Hempstead Branch
40 min
$6–13
Drive 19.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Franklin Squarecar 19.3 mi
33 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from E 57 St/3 Av to Hillside Av/180 Stbus Qm68
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Franklin Av / Hempsteadbus n6 / ...
1h 39m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Franklin Squaretaxi 19.3 mi
33 min
$170–220
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Lexington Av/63 St to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Franklin Av / Hempsteadbus n6 / ...
1h 38m
$6

Manhattan to Franklin Square by train

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Franklin Square, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart Manor every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E 57 St/3 Av to Franklin Av / Hempstead via Hillside Av/180 St and 178 St / Hillside in around 1h 39m.

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