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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal is to subway which costs $3 and takes 8 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs $14 - $18.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5 Av/E 77 St and arriving at 5 Av/W 45 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86th Street and arriving at Grand Central-42 St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal?

The distance between Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal without a car is to subway which takes 8 min and costs $3.

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

The subway from 86th Street to Grand Central-42 St takes 7 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 5 Av/E 77 St station.

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

Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by MTA, depart from 86th Street station.

Where does the Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal bus arrive?

Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 45 St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal train arrive?

Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Grand Central-42 St station.

Where can I stay near Grand Central Terminal?

There are 3511+ hotels available in Grand Central Terminal.

Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal 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 86th Street to Grand Central-42 St4 / ...
8 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/E 77 St to 5 Av/W 45 StM2 / ...
25 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal2.6 mi
6 min
$14–18
Walk
1. Take the foot from Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal2.5 mi
49 min
Bus via 85th St. & Lex
1. Take the bus from 85th St. & Lex to 40th & LexMontauk-EB Amb 250
41 min
$17–75

Manhattan to Grand Central Terminal by subway and foot

3766Weekly Services

8 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 2.3 mi
Duration: 8 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 86th Street to Grand Central-42 St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 7 min. MTA New York City Transit also services this route every 10 minutes. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 5 Av/E 77 St to 5 Av/W 45 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 20 min. Westchester County Bee-Line System also services this route every 4 hours.

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