What is the cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Times Square?

The cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Times Square is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverdale to Times Square?

The fastest way to get from Riverdale to Times Square is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Riverdale and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broadway/Lakeview Pl and arriving at 5 Av/W 48 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Riverdale and Times Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riverdale and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Riverdale to Times Square?

The distance between Riverdale and Times Square is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.6 miles.

How do I travel from Riverdale to Times Square without a car?

The best way to get from Riverdale to Times Square without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs $7 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Riverdale to Times Square?

The train from Riverdale to Grand Central Terminal takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Riverdale to Times Square bus from?

Riverdale to Times Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/Lakeview Pl station.

Where do I catch the Riverdale to Times Square train from?

Riverdale to Times Square train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Riverdale station.

Train or bus from Riverdale to Times Square?

The best way to get from Riverdale to Times Square is to train which takes 38 min and costs $7 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $8 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Riverdale to Times Square bus arrive?

Riverdale to Times Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 48 St station.

Where does the Riverdale to Times Square train arrive?

Riverdale to Times Square train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Riverdale to Times Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverdale to Times Square is 12 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Riverdale to Times Square.

Where can I stay near Times Square?

There are 3007+ hotels available in Times Square.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverdale to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
38 min
$7–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broadway/Lakeview Pl to 5 Av/W 48 Stbus BxM3
52 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverdale to Times Squaretaxi 11.5 mi
17 min
$40–55
Drive 11.5 mi
1. Drive from Riverdale to Times Squarecar 11.5 mi
17 min
$3
Line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from Van Cortlandt Park-242 St to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1
39 min
$3

Riverdale to Times Square by train

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Distance: 12.2 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Riverdale, Bronx County, NY, USA and Times Square, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Riverdale to Grand Central Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–12 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Broadway/Lakeview Pl to 5 Av/W 48 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 52 min.

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