How to get from Grand Central to Beacon Theater by subway?

By subway

To get from Grand Central to Beacon Theater in Manhattan, take the 7 subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 2 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 72 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

23min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - 7
Subway - 2
Walk to Beacon Theater
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 7
    Wait for subway
    7
    34 St-Hudson Yards
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    3 min
  • 4
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Wakefield-241 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    72 St
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to Beacon Theater
    Walk to
    Beacon Theater
    Broadway
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by subway via 7 and 3

To get from Grand Central to Beacon Theater in Manhattan, take the 7 subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 3 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 72 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

31min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - 7
Subway - 3
Walk to Beacon Theater
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 7
    Wait for subway
    7
    34 St-Hudson Yards
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    3 min
  • 4
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    Harlem-148 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    72 St
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to Beacon Theater
    Walk to
    Beacon Theater
    Broadway
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central to Beacon Theater

The distance between Grand Central, Manhattan and Beacon Theater, Manhattan is approximately 2.46 mi, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central to Beacon Theater by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Grand Central

Grand Central is located at Grand Central, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is Madison Av/E 42 St.

Subway stations close to Grand Central:

  • 51 St
  • Grand Central-42 St
  • 5 Av

Train stations close to Grand Central:

  • Grand Central Madison

Bus stations close to Grand Central:

  • Madison Av/E 42 St
  • Madison Av/E 45 St
  • E 42 St/Park Av

Public transit stations close to Beacon Theater, Manhattan

Beacon Theater is located at Broadway, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is Broadway/W 74 St.

Subway stations close to Beacon Theater:

  • 72 St
  • 79 St
  • 81 St-Museum Of Natural History

Bus stations close to Beacon Theater:

  • Broadway/W 74 St
  • Amsterdam Av/W 75 St
  • Broadway/W 75 St

Related Routes

Alternative route by subway via 7 and 3

To get from Grand Central to Beacon Theater in Manhattan, take the 7 subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 3 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 72 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

31min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - 7
Subway - 3
Walk to Beacon Theater
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 7
    Wait for subway
    7
    34 St-Hudson Yards
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    3 min
  • 4
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    Harlem-148 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    72 St
    4 min
  • 6
    Walk to Beacon Theater
    Walk to
    Beacon Theater
    Broadway
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central to Beacon Theater?

    The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Bus line 7, Bus line 2.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Grand Central to Beacon Theater?

    The alternative route takes 31 minutes, using Bus line 7, Bus line 3.

  • Is there a direct subway between Grand Central and Beacon Theater in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 23 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Grand Central to Beacon Theater in Manhattan?

    The 7 subway line goes from Grand Central-42 St station near Grand Central to 34 St-Hudson Yards station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Beacon Theater station near Beacon Theater in Manhattan

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Central to Beacon Theater in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Grand Central and Beacon Theater in Manhattan by subway is about 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Grand Central to get to Beacon Theater in Manhattan?

    Get on the 7 subway from the Grand Central-42 St station near Grand Central in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Grand Central and Beacon Theater in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Beacon Theater station, which is closest to Beacon Theater in Manhattan.

  • When is the last bus from Grand Central to Beacon Theater in Manhattan?

    The last bus from Grand Central to Beacon Theater in Manhattan is the Harlem - 14th Street line. It leaves the Avenue Of the Americas/W 45 St stop at 3:36 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Grand Central to Beacon Theater?

    The ride from Grand Central to Beacon Theater costs $2.90.

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