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

Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal - Train Schedule

The NEC train from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10 min-2 hr 55 min. The trip takes about 54 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal by subway and train

To get from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 subway lines: take the NEC train from Metuchen station to 34 St-Penn Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 3 subway 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 54 min. The subway and train schedule from Metuchen Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Grand Central Terminal on the Moovit app.

54min
Train - NEC
Subway - 3
Subway - S
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
    #3828| Penn Station New York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    41 min
  • 4
    Subway - 3
    Wait for subway
    3
    Harlem-148 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    1 min
  • 6
    Subway - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Grand Central-42 St
  • 7
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    2 min
  • 8
    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 28.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Metuchen Station to Grand Central Terminal

To check the subway 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 subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway 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 subway 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 54 minutes, using Train line NEC, Subway line 3, Subway line S.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 54 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 Times Sq-42 St station. From there you’ll have to take 2 subway lines till Times Sq-42 St station near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Metuchen Station in Metuchen and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by train and subway is about 54 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 Times Sq-42 St station, 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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