What is the cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal is to line 0028 bus which costs $3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal is to taxi which takes 1 min and costs $7 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Empire State Building and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from W 32 St/Broadway and arriving at Madison Av/E 42 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

Is there a direct train between Empire State Building and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 33 St and arriving at Grand Central-42 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2 min.

How far is it from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal?

The distance between Empire State Building and Grand Central Terminal is 5240 feet.

How long does it take to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal?

The line 6 subway from 33 St to Grand Central-42 St takes 2 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal bus from?

Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from W 32 St/Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal train from?

Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, depart from 33 St station.

Where does the Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal bus arrive?

Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 42 St station.

Where can I stay near Grand Central Terminal?

There are 3116+ hotels available in Grand Central Terminal.

Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal

Q: How do I travel from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 10 min and costs .

There are 6 ways to get from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 33 St to Grand Central-42 St4 / ...
10 min
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from W 32 St/Broadway to Madison Av/E 42 StQ32
16 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal4,050 ft
1 min
$7–10
Walk
1. Take the foot from Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal3,760 ft
13 min
Bus via Madison Av/E 35 St
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Madison Av/E 41 StM1 / ...
12 min
$2–7
Line 0028 bus
1. Take the bus from MADISON AVE @ 32nd ST to MADISON AVE @ 39th ST0028
14 min
$3

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 5,240 ft
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Empire State Building, NY, USA and Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA?

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from 33 St to Grand Central-42 St every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 2 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from W 32 St/Broadway to Madison Av/E 42 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 9 min.

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