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

The cheapest way to get from Times Square to Franklin Square is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Times Square to Franklin Square is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square and Franklin Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Times Square to Franklin Square. However, there are services departing from 6 Av/W 42 St and arriving at Franklin Av / Hempstead via 188 St/64 Av and 178 St / Hillside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Times Square 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 Times Square to Franklin Square?

The distance between Times Square and Franklin Square is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Times Square 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 Times Square 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 Times Square to Franklin Square bus from?

Times Square to Franklin Square bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 6 Av/W 42 St station.

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

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

Train or bus from Times Square to Franklin Square?

The best way to get from Times Square to Franklin Square is to train which takes 41 min and costs $6 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Times Square to Franklin Square bus arrive?

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

Where does the Times Square to Franklin Square train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Times Square to Franklin Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square to Franklin Square is 19 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Times Square to Franklin Square.

Where can I stay near Franklin Square?

There are 461+ hotels available in Franklin Square.

Times Square to Franklin Square - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Times Square 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 Manortrain Hempstead Branch
41 min
$6–13
Drive 19.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Times Square to Franklin Squarecar 19.1 mi
28 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 42 St to 188 St/64 Avbus Qm5 / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Franklin Av / Hempsteadbus n6 / ...
2h 6m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Times Square to Franklin Squaretaxi 19.1 mi
28 min
$170–210
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Bryant Park to Jamaica-179 Stsubway F / ...
2. Take the bus from 178 St / Hillside to Franklin Av / Hempsteadbus n6 / ...
1h 28m
$6

Times Square to Franklin Square by train

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41 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Times Square, 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 6 Av/W 42 St to Franklin Av / Hempstead via 188 St/64 Av, Hillside Av/179 St, and 178 St / Hillside in around 2h 6m.

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