How to get from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal by bus and subway?

Rumson to Grand Central Terminal - Bus Schedule

The 838 bus from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal runs from 5:58 AM to 6:11 PM, with departures every 1 hr-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 11 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Rumson to Grand Central Terminal by bus and subway

To get from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one subway line: take the 838 bus from Rumson Rd at Rt-34 # station to Ocean Ave at Church St# station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 602 bus and finally take the S subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Grand Central-42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min. The bus and subway schedule from Rumson may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Grand Central Terminal on the Moovit app.

131min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 838838
Bus - 602
Bus - 602
Subway - S
Walk to Grand Central Terminal
Leaves from Rumson Rd at Rt-34 #

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rumson Rd at Rt-34 #
    ID 25227
  • 2
    Bus - 838838
    Wait for bus
    838
    Sea Bright
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ocean Ave at Church St#
    ID 25238
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sea Bright - Rt-36 @ River St (Northbound)
    ID 3788702
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 602
    Wait for bus
    602
    Route 36 to Port Authority - Long Branch, Keansburg, Middle Road
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    102 min
  • 7
    Subway - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Grand Central-42 St
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    2 min
  • 9
    Walk to Grand Central Terminal
    Walk to
    Grand Central Terminal
    East 44th Street
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal

The distance between Rumson, Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 58.78 mi, which can typically be traveled in 131 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 131 minutes, using Bus line 838, Bus line 602, Subway line S.

  • Is there a direct bus between Rumson and Grand Central Terminal?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one subway line in total. The total traveling time is 2 hr 11 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal?

    The 838 bus line goes from Rumson Rd at Rt-34 # station near Rumson in New York - New Jersey to Ocean Ave at Church St# station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line till Ocean Ave at Church St# station near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rumson to Grand Central Terminal by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Rumson in New York - New Jersey and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by bus and subway is about 2 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Rumson to get to Grand Central Terminal?

    Get on the 838 bus from the Rumson Rd at Rt-34 # stop near Rumson in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the bus when traveling between Rumson and Grand Central Terminal?

    Get off the bus at the Ocean Ave at Church St# station, which is closest to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

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