How to get from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street by bus?

Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street - Bus Schedule

The M2 bus from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street runs from 6:53 AM to 7:52 PM, with departures every 5-30 min. The trip takes about 21 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street by bus

Take one direct bus from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street in Manhattan: take the M2 bus from Madison Av/E 42 St station to Madison Av/E 79 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from Grand Central Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to 79th Street on the Moovit app.

21min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M2M2
Walk to 79th Street
Leaves from Madison Av/E 42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Madison Av/E 42 St
    90 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Limited Washington Hts Broadway-168 St
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison Av/E 79 St
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to 79th Street
    Walk to
    79th Street
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street

The distance between Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan and 79th Street, Manhattan is approximately 1.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 21 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street

To check the bus schedule from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand Central Terminal) and destination (79th Street), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street?

    The fastest way takes 21 minutes, using Bus line M2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and 79th Street in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street in Manhattan in 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street in Manhattan?

    The M2 bus line goes from Madison Av/E 42 St station near Grand Central Terminal to Madison Av/E 79 St station near 79th Street in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street in Manhattan by bus?

    The total travel time between Grand Central Terminal and 79th Street in Manhattan by bus is about 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Grand Central Terminal to get to 79th Street in Manhattan?

    Get on the M2 bus from the Madison Av/E 42 St stop near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Grand Central Terminal and 79th Street in Manhattan?

    Get off the bus at the Madison Av/E 79 St stop, which is closest to 79th Street in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street in Manhattan is Lexington Avenue Express. It leaves the Grand Central-42 St station at 12:18 AM.

  • When is the first bus from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street in Manhattan is Washington Heights - East Village. It leaves the Madison Av/E 42 St stop at 12:24 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street?

    The ride from Grand Central Terminal to 79th Street costs $3.00.

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