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

The cheapest way to get from Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $40 - $55.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Woodhaven Blvd/101 Av and arriving at E 34 St/Park Av. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jamaica and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

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

The distance between Queens and Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

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

The train from Jamaica to Grand Central Terminal takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Woodhaven Blvd/101 Av station.

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

Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Jamaica station.

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

The best way to get from Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to train which takes 19 min and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 47 min.

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

Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 34 St/Park Av station.

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

Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 11 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station.

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There are 6 ways to get from Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jamaica to Grand Central Terminaltrain Far Rockaway Branch / ...
19 min
$5–9
Drive 10.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationcar 10.7 mi
19 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Woodhaven Blvd/101 Av to E 34 St/Park Avbus Qm15
47 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationtaxi 10.7 mi
19 min
$40–55
Bus via Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin Av
1. Take the bus from Cross Bay Blvd/Pitkin Av to Madison Av / E 40 Stbus Bm5
52 min
$3–8
Subway
1. Take the subway from 104 St to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminalsubway A
59 min
$6–11

Queens to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by train and foot

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Distance: 10.9 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Jamaica to Grand Central Terminal every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Woodhaven Blvd/101 Av to E 34 St/Park Av hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 38 min.

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