What is the cheapest way to get from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Metuchen and Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station. However, there are services departing from Main St At Rt-27 and arriving at E 42 St/Madison Av via Albany St & Spring St and W 42 St/9 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Metuchen and Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Metuchen and arriving at New York Penn Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The distance between Metuchen and Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The train from Metuchen to Penn Station takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus from?

Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Main St At Rt-27 station.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train from?

Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Metuchen station.

Train or bus from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

The best way to get from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $2 - $15. Alternatively, you can line 810 bus and bus, which costs $19 - $50 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus arrive?

Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at George St At Albany St station.

Where does the Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train arrive?

Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 31 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station.

Where can I stay near Grand Central–42nd Street Station?

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There are 4 ways to get from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Metuchen to New York Penn Stationtrain Nec
1h 17m
$2–15
Line 810 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main St At Rt-27 to George St At Albany Stbus 810
2. Take the bus from Albany St & Spring St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Suburban Transit
2h 5m
$20–48
Drive 30.5 mi
1. Drive from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationcar 30.5 mi
43 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationtaxi 30.5 mi
43 min
$120–150

Metuchen to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by bus and foot

110Weekly Services

2h 5mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 28.4 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Metuchen, NJ, USA and Grand Central–42nd Street Station, NY, USA?

NJ Transit operates a train from Metuchen to New York Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–15 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St At Rt-27 to Grand Central–42nd Street Station via George St At Albany St, Albany St & Spring St, Port Authority Bus Terminal, W 42 St/9 Av, and E 42 St/Madison Av in around 2h 5m.

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