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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $95 - $120.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 40 St and arriving at Elmont Rd/Dutch Broadway. Services depart four times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Elmont is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont without a car is to subway and bus which takes 1h 26m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont, including transfers.

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

Grand Central Terminal to Elmont bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 40 St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Elmont bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Elmont bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Elmont Rd/Dutch Broadway station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Elmont is 18 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont.

Where can I stay near Elmont?

There are 2321+ hotels available in Elmont.

Grand Central Terminal to Elmont - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont by subway, bus, taxi, car, or train

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

Subway, bus
best
1. Take the subway from 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr to Jamaica-179 StF / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Savoy Av / Hempsteadn1 / ...
1h 26m
$6
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 40 St to Elmont Rd/Dutch BroadwayQm64
1h 43m
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont17.6 mi
26 min
$95–120
Drive 17.6 mi
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Elmont17.6 mi
26 min
$4–5
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Valley StreamFar Rockaway Branch / ...
2. Take the bus from Valley Stream Sta to Elmont Rd + Beth David Cemetary#300n1
1h 30m
$9–15
Bus via 178 St / Hillside
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 40 St to Hillside Av/180 StQm68
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Savoy Av / Hempsteadn1 / ...
1h 49m
$6–10

Grand Central Terminal to Elmont by foot, subway, and bus

552Weekly Services

1h 26mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 40 St to Elmont Rd/Dutch Broadway 4 times a day. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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