How to get from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal by train?

St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal - Train Schedule

The PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 25 min-2 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 11 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal by train

To get from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train from St. James station to Huntington station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train and finally take the BABYLON BRANCH train from Jamaica station to Grand Central Madison station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 11 min. The ride fare is $28.25. The train schedule from St James Station LIRR may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Grand Central Terminal on the Moovit app.

131min$28.25
Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
Train - BABYLON BRANCH
Leaves from St. James

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    St James Station LIRR
  • 2
    Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Huntington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Huntington
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH
    Penn Station
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Jamaica
    45 min
  • 6
    Train - BABYLON BRANCH
    Wait for train
    BABYLON BRANCH
    Grand Central
  • 7
    Ride to train station Grand Central Madison
    Ride to train station
    Grand Central Madison
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal

The distance between St James Station LIRR, Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 51.27 mi, which can typically be travelled in 131 min. Moovit will show you the directions from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 131 minutes, using Train line PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH, Train line PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH, Train line BABYLON BRANCH.

  • Is there a direct train between St James Station LIRR and Grand Central Terminal?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal?

    The PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train line goes from Huntington station near St James Station LIRR in St. James, Ny to Jamaica station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Jamaica station near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal by train?

    The total travel time between St James Station LIRR in St. James, Ny and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by train is about 2 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near St James Station LIRR to get to Grand Central Terminal?

    Get on the PORT JEFFERSON BRANCH train from the Huntington station near St James Station LIRR in St. James, Ny.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between St James Station LIRR and Grand Central Terminal?

    Get off the train at the Jamaica station, which is closest to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How much is the train fare from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal?

    The ride from St James Station LIRR to Grand Central Terminal costs $28.25.

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