How to get from Grand Central to Coney Island by subway?

From Grand Central to Coney Island by subway

To get from Grand Central to Coney Island in New York - New Jersey, take the 5 subway from Grand Central-42 St station to 14 St-Union Sq station. Next, take the N subway from 14 St-Union Sq station to Coney Island-Stillwell Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Grand Central may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Coney Island on the Moovit app.

62min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 5
Subway - N
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 - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    5 min
  • 4
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Coney Island-Stillwell Av
    Ride to subway station
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
    46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Grand Central to Coney Island by subway via S and N

To get from Grand Central to Coney Island in New York - New Jersey, take the S subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the N subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Coney Island-Stillwell Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Grand Central may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Coney Island on the Moovit app.

63min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - S
Subway - N
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 - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Times Sq-42 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    2 min
  • 4
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Coney Island-Stillwell Av
    Ride to subway station
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
    51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central to Coney Island

The distance between Grand Central, New York - New Jersey and Coney Island, New York - New Jersey is approximately 14.66 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central to Coney Island by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Grand Central to Coney Island

To check the subway schedule from Grand Central to Coney Island using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand Central) and destination (Coney Island), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Grand Central to Coney Island by subway via S and N

To get from Grand Central to Coney Island in New York - New Jersey, take the S subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the N subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Coney Island-Stillwell Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Grand Central may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Coney Island on the Moovit app.

63min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - S
Subway - N
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 - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Times Sq-42 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    2 min
  • 4
    Subway - N
    Wait for subway
    N
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station Coney Island-Stillwell Av
    Ride to subway station
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
    51 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central to Coney Island?

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Subway line 5, Subway line N.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Grand Central to Coney Island?

    The alternative route takes 63 minutes, using Subway line S, Subway line N.

  • Is there a direct subway between Grand Central and Coney Island?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 2 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Grand Central to Coney Island?

    The 5 subway line goes from Grand Central-42 St station near Grand Central in Manhattan to Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College station near Coney Island in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Central to Coney Island by subway?

    The total travel time between Grand Central in Manhattan and Coney Island in New York - New Jersey by subway is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Grand Central to get to Coney Island?

    Get on the 5 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 Coney Island?

    Get off the subway at the Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College station, which is closest to Coney Island in New York - New Jersey.

  • When is the first subway from Grand Central to Coney Island?

    The first subway from Grand Central in Manhattan to Coney Island in New York - New Jersey is 6 Avenue Express. It leaves the 42 St-Bryant Pk station at 8:13 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Grand Central to Coney Island?

    The ride from Grand Central to Coney Island costs $3.00.

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