How to get from AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal by subway and train?

From AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal by subway and train

To get from AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 subway lines: take the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from Newark Liberty International Airport 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 46 min. The subway and train schedule from AirTrain Newark may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Grand Central Terminal on the Moovit app.

46min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
Subway - 3
Subway - S
Walk to Grand Central Terminal
Leaves from Newark Liberty International Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Newark Liberty International Airport
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHEAST REGIONALNORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Wait for train
    NORTHEAST REGIONAL
    Boston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    34 St-Penn Station
    23 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 AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal

The distance between AirTrain Newark, Manhattan and Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 13.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from AirTrain Newark 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 AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal

To check the subway and train schedule from AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (AirTrain Newark) 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 AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Train line NORTHEAST REGIONAL, Subway line 3, Subway line S.

  • Is there a direct train between AirTrain Newark and Grand Central Terminal?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which train line goes from AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal?

    The NORTHEAST REGIONAL train line goes from Newark Liberty International Airport station near AirTrain Newark in Newark to 34 St-Penn Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 subway lines till 34 St-Penn Station near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between AirTrain Newark in Newark and Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan by train and subway is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near AirTrain Newark to get to Grand Central Terminal?

    Get on the NORTHEAST REGIONAL train from the Newark Liberty International Airport station near AirTrain Newark in Newark.

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

    Get off the train at the 34 St-Penn Station, which is closest to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • When is the first train from AirTrain Newark to Grand Central Terminal?

    The first train from AirTrain Newark in Newark to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan is Northeast Corridor. It leaves the Newark Int'L Airport station at 12:50 AM.

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