How to get from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St by subway?

From Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St by subway

Take one direct subway from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St in Manhattan: take the B subway from 42 St-Bryant Pk station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Grand Central 42nd Street Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to 86 St on the Moovit app.

18min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Walk to 86 St
Leaves from 42 St-Bryant Pk

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    42 St-Bryant Pk
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Bedford Park Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to 86 St
    Walk to
    86 St
    261 Central Park W New York, NY 10024
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St

The distance between Grand Central 42nd Street Station, Manhattan and 86 St, Manhattan is approximately 2.71 mi, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St

To check the subway schedule from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand Central 42nd Street Station) and destination (86 St), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St?

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Subway line B.

  • Is there a direct subway between Grand Central 42nd Street Station and 86 St in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St in Manhattan in 18 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St in Manhattan?

    The B subway line goes from 42 St-Bryant Pk station near Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St station near 86 St in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Grand Central 42nd Street Station and 86 St in Manhattan by subway is about 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Grand Central 42nd Street Station to get to 86 St in Manhattan?

    Get on the B subway from the 42 St-Bryant Pk station near Grand Central 42nd Street Station in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Grand Central 42nd Street Station and 86 St in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the 86 St station, which is closest to 86 St in Manhattan.

  • How much is the subway fare from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St?

    The ride from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to 86 St costs $3.00.

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