What is the cheapest way to get from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center?

The cheapest way to get from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center is to line 1 subway which costs $3 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center?

The fastest way to get from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $21 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Ground Zero and Rockefeller Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Church St/Vesey St and arriving at 6 Av/W 42 St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Ground Zero and Rockefeller Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from WTC Cortlandt and arriving at 50 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center?

The distance between Ground Zero and Rockefeller Center is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center without a car?

The best way to get from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 22 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center?

The line 1 subway from WTC Cortlandt to 50 St takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center bus from?

Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Church St/Vesey St station.

Where do I catch the Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center train from?

Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center train services, operated by MTA, depart from WTC Cortlandt station.

Where does the Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center bus arrive?

Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 6 Av/W 42 St station.

Where does the Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center train arrive?

Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 50 St station.

Where can I stay near Rockefeller Center?

There are 3740+ hotels available in Rockefeller Center.

Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center - 5 ways to travel via line 1 subway, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center 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 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from WTC Cortlandt to 50 Stsubway 1
22 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church St/Vesey St to 6 Av/W 42 Stbus M55
45 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Centertaxi 4.2 mi
10 min
$21–25
Walk
1. Take the foot from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Centerwalk 3.9 mi
1h 14m
Subway
1. Take the subway from World Trade Center to 5 Av/53 Stsubway E
27 min
$3

Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center by foot and subway

1495Weekly Services

22 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ground Zero to Rockefeller Center.

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Distance: 4.3 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Ground Zero, NY, USA and Rockefeller Center, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from WTC Cortlandt to 50 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Church St/Vesey St to 6 Av/W 42 St hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 33 min.

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