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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle is to subway which costs $6 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle is to taxi which takes 2 min and costs $10 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Columbus Circle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 6 Av/W 42 St and arriving at Central Park South/Columbus Circle. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct train between Grand Central Terminal and Columbus Circle?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle. However, there are services departing from Grand Central-42 St and arriving at 59 St-Columbus Circle via 42 St-Times Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Columbus Circle is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle without a car is to subway which takes 9 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 9 min to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle, including transfers.

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

Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 42 St station.

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

Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand Central-42 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Central Park South/Columbus Circle station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle train arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

Where can I stay near Columbus Circle?

There are 3512+ hotels available in Columbus Circle.

Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle - 4 ways to travel via subway

There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle 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.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to 42 St-Times SquareS
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 59 St-Columbus Circle1
9 min
$6
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to Central Park South/Columbus CircleM7 / ...
22 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle1.5 mi
2 min
$10–13
Walk
1. Take the foot from Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle1.5 mi
28 min

Grand Central Terminal to Columbus Circle by foot and subway

1611Weekly Services

9 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1.6 mi
Duration: 9 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Grand Central Terminal to 59 St-Columbus Circle via Grand Central-42 St and 42 St-Times Square in around 9 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to Central Park South/Columbus Circle every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 14 min.

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