How to get from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal by bus and train?

From Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal by bus and train

To get from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, take the NEC train from Metuchen station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, take the Q32 bus from W 32 St/7 Av station to Madison Av/E 42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The bus and train schedule from Metuchen Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Grand Central Terminal on the Moovit app.

67min
Train - NEC
Bus - Q32Q32
Walk to Grand Central Terminal
Leaves from Metuchen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Metuchen Station
  • 2
    Train - NECNEC
    Wait for train
    NEC
    #3714| Penn Station New York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 32 St/7 Av
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - Q32Q32
    Wait for bus
    Q32
    Jackson Heights
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Madison Av/E 42 St
    12 min
  • 7
    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 Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal

The distance between Metuchen Station, Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 28.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Train line NEC, Bus line Q32.

  • Is there a direct train between Metuchen Station and Grand Central Terminal?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

  • Which train line goes from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal?

    The NEC train line goes from 34 St-Penn Station near Metuchen Station in Metuchen to W 32 St/7 Av station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till W 32 St/7 Av station near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Metuchen Station in Metuchen and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by train and bus is about 1 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Metuchen Station to get to Grand Central Terminal?

    Get on the NEC train from the 34 St-Penn Station near Metuchen Station in Metuchen.

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

    Get off the train at the W 32 St/7 Av stop, which is closest to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • When is the first train from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal?

    The first train from Metuchen Station in Metuchen to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan is Northeast Corridor. It leaves the Metuchen station at 12:22 AM.

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