How to get from Manhattan to 79th Street by bus and subway?

Manhattan to 79th Street - Subway Schedule

The 1 subway from Manhattan to 79th Street runs from 12:13 AM to 12:03 AM, with departures every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 45 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Manhattan to 79th Street by bus and subway

To get from Manhattan to 79th Street in Manhattan, take the 1 subway from Chambers St station to 79 St station. Next, take the M79-SBS bus from W 79 St/Broadway station to E 79 St/5 Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus and subway schedule from Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to 79th Street on the Moovit app.

45min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 1
Bus - M79-SBSM79-SBS
Walk to 79th Street
Leaves from Chambers St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Chambers St
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    79 St
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 79 St/Broadway
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M79-SBSM79-SBS
    Wait for bus
    M79-SBS
    Select Bus Yrkvlle East End Av Crosstown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    E 79 St/5 Av
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to 79th Street
    Walk to
    79th Street
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Manhattan to 79th Street

The distance between Manhattan, Manhattan and 79th Street, Manhattan is approximately 6.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manhattan to 79th Street by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Manhattan to 79th Street

To check the bus and subway schedule from Manhattan to 79th Street using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Manhattan) and destination (79th Street), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to 79th Street?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Subway line 1, Bus line M79-SBS.

  • Is there a direct subway between Manhattan and 79th Street?

    No, you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Manhattan to 79th Street?

    The 1 subway line goes from Chambers St station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to 79 St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 79 St station near 79th Street in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Manhattan to 79th Street by subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Manhattan in New York - New Jersey and 79th Street in Manhattan by subway and bus is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Manhattan to get to 79th Street?

    Get on the 1 subway from the Chambers St station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Manhattan and 79th Street?

    Get off the subway at the 79 St stop, which is closest to 79th Street in Manhattan.

  • When is the last subway from Manhattan to 79th Street?

    The last subway from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to 79th Street in Manhattan is the Lexington Avenue Local line. It leaves the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station at 6:30 PM.

  • When is the last ferry from Manhattan to 79th Street?

    The last ferry from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to 79th Street in Manhattan is the Rockaway-Soundview line. It leaves the Wall St/Pier 11 station at 3:08 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Manhattan to 79th Street?

    The first bus from Manhattan in New York - New Jersey to 79th Street in Manhattan is East Harlem - City Hall. It leaves the Park Row/Beekman St stop at 11:42 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Manhattan to 79th Street?

    The ride from Manhattan to 79th Street costs $3.00.

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