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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs $75 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and Fort Tilden?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden. However, there are services departing from Lexington Av/E 42 St and arriving at Rockaway Point Blvd/B. 169th St via East Village - 142 E 14th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden?

The distance between Grand Central Terminal and Fort Tilden is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden without a car is to line 5 subway and bus which takes 1h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden, including transfers.

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

Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, depart from East Village - 142 E 14th St station.

Where does the Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden bus arrive?

Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, arrive at Rockaway Point Blvd/B. 169th St station.

Can I drive from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden is 16 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden.

Where can I stay near Fort Tilden?

There are 2194+ hotels available in Fort Tilden.

Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden - 4 ways to travel via line 5 subway

There are 4 ways to get from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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

Line 5 subway, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Grand Central-42 St to Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College5
2. Take the bus from Avenue H/Nostrand Av to Marine Pkwy Bridge/Rockaway Point BlvdQ35
1h 13m
Drive 16.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden16.4 mi
31 min
$3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from East Village - 142 E 14th St to Rockaway Point Blvd/B. 169th StTo Rockaway Beach
2h 16m
$33–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grand Central Terminal to Fort Tilden16.4 mi
31 min
$75–90

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

OVR Ride LLC operates a bus from East Village - 142 E 14th St to Rockaway Point Blvd/B. 169th St on demand. Tickets cost $30 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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