How to get from New York City Zoo to Manhattan by subway?

From New York City Zoo to Manhattan by subway

Take one direct subway from New York City Zoo to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey: take the 2 subway from Pelham Pkwy station to Park Place station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 18 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York City Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

78min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 2
Walk to Manhattan
Leaves from Pelham Pkwy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Pelham Pkwy
    0.76 mi • 16 min
  • 2
    Subway - 2
    Wait for subway
    2
    Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Park Place
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From New York City Zoo to Manhattan by bus and subway

To get from New York City Zoo to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 subway lines: take the BX12-SBS bus from East Fordham Rd/Southern Blvd station to East Fordham Rd/Valentine Av station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the D subway and finally take the A subway from 125 St station to Chambers St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York City Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

69min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - BX12-SBSBX12-SBS
Subway - D
Subway - A
Walk to Manhattan
Leaves from East Fordham Rd/Southern Blvd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Fordham Rd/Southern Blvd
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - BX12-SBSBX12-SBS
    Wait for bus
    BX12-SBS
    Select Bus Broadway Inwood
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Fordham Rd/Valentine Av
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Fordham Rd
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Subway - D
    Wait for subway
    D
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    15 min
  • 7
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Chambers St
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from New York City Zoo to Manhattan

The distance between New York City Zoo, New York - New Jersey and Manhattan, New York - New Jersey is approximately 15.36 mi, which can typically be travelled in 78 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New York City Zoo to Manhattan by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in New York - New Jersey – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from New York City Zoo to Manhattan

To check the subway schedule from New York City Zoo to Manhattan using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (New York City Zoo) and destination (Manhattan), 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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From New York City Zoo to Manhattan by bus and subway

To get from New York City Zoo to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 subway lines: take the BX12-SBS bus from East Fordham Rd/Southern Blvd station to East Fordham Rd/Valentine Av station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the D subway and finally take the A subway from 125 St station to Chambers St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York City Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Manhattan on the Moovit app.

69min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - BX12-SBSBX12-SBS
Subway - D
Subway - A
Walk to Manhattan
Leaves from East Fordham Rd/Southern Blvd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Fordham Rd/Southern Blvd
    0.55 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - BX12-SBSBX12-SBS
    Wait for bus
    BX12-SBS
    Select Bus Broadway Inwood
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Fordham Rd/Valentine Av
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Fordham Rd
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Subway - D
    Wait for subway
    D
    Coney Island-Stillwell Av
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    125 St
    15 min
  • 7
    Subway - A
    Wait for subway
    A
    Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd
  • 8
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Chambers St
    23 min
  • 9
    Walk to Manhattan
    Walk to
    Manhattan
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from New York City Zoo to Manhattan?

    The fastest way takes 78 minutes, using Subway line 2.

  • What is the alternative route to get from New York City Zoo to Manhattan?

    The alternative route takes 69 minutes, using Bus line BX12-SBS, Subway line D, Subway line A.

  • Is there a direct subway between New York City Zoo and Manhattan?

    Yes, there’s a direct subway going from New York City Zoo in Bronx to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey in 1 hr 18 min.

  • Which subway line goes from New York City Zoo to Manhattan?

    The 2 subway line goes from Pelham Pkwy station near New York City Zoo in Bronx to Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College station near Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • How long does it take to travel from New York City Zoo to Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between New York City Zoo in Bronx and Manhattan in New York - New Jersey by subway is about 1 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near New York City Zoo to get to Manhattan?

    Get on the 2 subway from the Pelham Pkwy station near New York City Zoo in Bronx.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between New York City Zoo and Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College station, which is closest to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey.

  • When is the last subway from New York City Zoo to Manhattan?

    The last subway from New York City Zoo in Bronx to Manhattan in New York - New Jersey is the 7 Avenue Express line. It leaves the Pelham Pkwy station at 10:51 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from New York City Zoo to Manhattan?

    The ride from New York City Zoo to Manhattan costs $3.00.

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