What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria is to bus which costs $2 - $7 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria?

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Astoria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 3 Av/E 42 St and arriving at 3 Av/E 97 St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Astoria?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central-42 St and arriving at 86th Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Astoria is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria?

The line 6 subway from Grand Central-42 St to 86th Street takes 9 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Astoria bus from?

Grand Central Terminal to Astoria bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 3 Av/E 42 St station.

Where do I catch the Grand Central Terminal to Astoria train from?

Grand Central Terminal to Astoria train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, depart from Grand Central-42 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Astoria bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Astoria bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 3 Av/E 97 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Astoria train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Astoria train services, operated by MTA New York City Transit, arrive at 86th Street station.

Where can I stay near Astoria?

There are 2938+ hotels available in Astoria.

Grand Central Terminal to Astoria - 5 ways to travel via line 6 subway

There are 5 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria 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 Grand Central-42 St to 86th Street6 / ...
10 min
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 3 Av/E 42 St to 3 Av/E 97 StM101 / ...
39 min
$2–7
Line 7 subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to Queensboro Plaza7 / ...
2. Take the bus from 28 St/42 Rd to 21 St/30 AvQ69 / ...
32 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria4.5 mi
8 min
$22–27
Walk
1. Take the foot from Grand Central Terminal to Astoria4.7 mi
50 min

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What companies run services between Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA and Astoria, NY, USA?

MTA New York City Transit operates a subway from Grand Central-42 St to 86th Street every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 3 Av/E 42 St to 3 Av/E 97 St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 35 min.

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