How to get from 79th Street to Columbus Circle by bus?

From 79th Street to Columbus Circle by bus

To get from 79th Street to Columbus Circle in Manhattan, take the M1 bus from 5 Av/E 79 St station to 5 Av/W 56 St station. Next, take the 57TH ST bus from W 57th St & 5th Ave (Westbound) station to W 57th St & 10th Ave (Westbound) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The bus schedule from 79th Street may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Columbus Circle on the Moovit app.

27min
Walk to bus station
Bus - M1M1
Bus - 57TH ST57TH ST
Walk to Columbus Circle
Leaves from 5 Av/E 79 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    5 Av/E 79 St
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - M1M1
    Wait for bus
    M1
    Limited Soho Centre St Via 5 Av/Broadway
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5 Av/W 56 St
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 57th St & 5th Ave (Westbound)
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 57TH ST57TH ST
    Wait for bus
    57TH ST
    Midtown / W 39th Street
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 57th St & 10th Ave (Westbound)
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Columbus Circle
    Walk to
    Columbus Circle
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 79th Street to Columbus Circle

The distance between 79th Street, Manhattan and Columbus Circle, Manhattan is approximately 2.23 mi, which can typically be travelled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 79th Street to Columbus Circle by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from 79th Street to Columbus Circle

To check the bus schedule from 79th Street to Columbus Circle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (79th Street) and destination (Columbus Circle), 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 79th Street to Columbus Circle?

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Bus line M1, Bus line 57TH ST.

  • Is there a direct bus between 79th Street and Columbus Circle in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 79th Street to Columbus Circle in Manhattan?

    The M1 bus line goes from 5 Av/E 79 St station near 79th Street to 5 Av/W 56 St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 5 Av/W 56 St station near Columbus Circle in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 79th Street to Columbus Circle in Manhattan by bus?

    The total travel time between 79th Street and Columbus Circle in Manhattan by bus is about 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 79th Street to get to Columbus Circle in Manhattan?

    Get on the M1 bus from the 5 Av/E 79 St stop near 79th Street in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 79th Street and Columbus Circle in Manhattan?

    Get off the bus at the 5 Av/W 56 St stop, which is closest to Columbus Circle in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from 79th Street to Columbus Circle in Manhattan?

    The first subway from 79th Street to Columbus Circle in Manhattan is 8 Avenue Express. It leaves the 81 St-Museum Of Natural History station at 12:16 AM.

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