How to get from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building by subway?

From Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building by subway

To get from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building in Manhattan, take the S subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Christopher St-Stonewall station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 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 Friends Building on the Moovit app.

19min$3.00
Subway - S
Subway - 1
Walk to Friends Building
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Grand Central 42nd Street Station
  • 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 - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    South Ferry
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Christopher St-Stonewall
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to Friends Building
    Walk to
    Friends Building
    100 Bedford St
    280 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building

The distance between Grand Central 42nd Street Station, Manhattan and Friends Building, Manhattan is approximately 2.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 19 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building 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 Friends Building

To check the subway schedule from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand Central 42nd Street Station) and destination (Friends Building), 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 Friends Building?

    The fastest way takes 19 minutes, using Subway line S, Subway line 1.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 19 min.

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

    The S subway line goes from Times Sq-42 St station near Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Christopher St-Stonewall station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Christopher St-Stonewall station near Friends Building in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Grand Central 42nd Street Station and Friends Building in Manhattan by subway is about 19 min.

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

    Get on the S subway from the Times Sq-42 St 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 Friends Building in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Christopher St-Stonewall station, which is closest to Friends Building in Manhattan.

  • When is the first bus from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building in Manhattan is Harlem - East Village. It leaves the 5 Av/W 42 St stop at 12:28 AM.

  • When is the last subway from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building in Manhattan?

    The last subway from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building in Manhattan is the 6 Avenue Express line. It leaves the 42 St-Bryant Pk station at 7:44 PM.

  • When is the last train from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building in Manhattan?

    The last train from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building in Manhattan is the Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken line. It leaves the 33rd Street station at 7:35 PM.

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

    The ride from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Friends Building costs $3.00.

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