What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Franklin Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Franklin Square. However, there are services departing from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue and arriving at Franklin Av / Hempstead via 188 St/64 Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Franklin Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Central Terminal and arriving at Stewart Manor. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The distance between Manhattan and Franklin Square is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.4 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Franklin Square without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs $6 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart Manor takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Franklin Square bus from?

Manhattan to Franklin Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Franklin Square train from?

Manhattan to Franklin Square train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Grand Central Terminal station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square is to train which takes 41 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Manhattan to Franklin Square bus arrive?

Manhattan to Franklin Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 188 St/64 Av station.

Where does the Manhattan to Franklin Square train arrive?

Manhattan to Franklin Square train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Stewart Manor station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Franklin Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Franklin Square is 19 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Manhattan to Franklin Square.

Where can I stay near Franklin Square?

There are 434+ hotels available in Franklin Square.

Manhattan to Franklin Square - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan to Franklin Square by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart ManorHempstead Branch
41 min
$6–13
Drive 19.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Franklin Square19.3 mi
33 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to 188 St/64 AvQm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Franklin Av / Hempsteadn6 / ...
1h 58m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Franklin Square19.3 mi
33 min
$170–220
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Lexington Av/63 St to Jamaica-179 StF
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Franklin Av / Hempsteadn6 / ...
1h 31m
$6

Manhattan to Franklin Square by train

138Weekly Trains

41 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Franklin Square, NY, USA?

Long Island Rail Road operates a train from Grand Central Terminal to Stewart Manor hourly. Tickets cost $6–13 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to Franklin Av / Hempstead via 188 St/64 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 1h 58m.

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