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

The cheapest way to get from Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to subway which costs $3 and takes 2 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station is to subway which takes 2 min and costs $3.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from W 42 St/Broadway and arriving at E 42 St/Madison Av. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 42 St-Times Square and arriving at Grand Central-42 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1 min.

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

The distance between Times Square and Grand Central–42nd Street Station is 2734 feet.

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

The subway from 42 St-Times Square to Grand Central-42 St takes 1 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from W 42 St/Broadway station.

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

Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station train services, operated by MTA, depart from 42 St-Times Square station.

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

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

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

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Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station

Q: How do I travel from Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station without a car is to subway which takes 2 min and costs $3.

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There are 3 ways to get from Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by subway, bus, or foot

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to Grand Central-42 Stsubway S
2 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from W 42 St/Broadway to E 42 St/Madison Avbus M42
5 min
$3–12
Walk
1. Take the walk from Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Stationwalk 3,140 ft
11 min

Times Square to Grand Central–42nd Street Station by subway and foot

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Duration: 2 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 42 St-Times Square to Grand Central-42 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from W 42 St/Broadway to E 42 St/Madison Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 4 min. Boxcar also services this route every 3 hours.

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