How to get from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal by subway?

86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal - Subway Schedule

The Q subway from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 17 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal by subway

To get from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, take the Q subway from 86 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, 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 17 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Grand Central Terminal on the Moovit app.

17min$3.00
Subway - Q
Subway - S
Walk to Grand Central Terminal
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway
  • 2
    Subway - Q
    Wait for subway
    Q
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    10 min
  • 4
    Subway - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Grand Central-42 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    2 min
  • 6
    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 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal

The distance between 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway, Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 3.56 mi, which can typically be travelled in 17 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal

To check the subway schedule from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway) and destination (Grand Central Terminal), 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 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 17 minutes, using Subway line Q, Subway line S.

  • Is there a direct subway between 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 17 min.

  • Which subway line goes from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan?

    The Q subway line goes from Times Sq-42 St station near 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central-42 St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Grand Central-42 St station near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by subway is about 17 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to get to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan?

    Get on the Q subway from the Times Sq-42 St station near 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Grand Central-42 St station, which is closest to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan?

    The first subway from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan is Lexington Avenue Express. It leaves the 86 St station at 12:09 AM.

  • When is the first bus from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan?

    The first bus from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan is East Harlem - South Ferry. It leaves the 2 Av/E 87 St stop at 12:01 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal?

    The ride from 86th Street Station Second Avenue Subway to Grand Central Terminal costs $3.00.

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