How to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library by bus?

From Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library by bus

Take one direct bus from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library in Manhattan: take the M42 bus from W 42 St/6 Av station to W 42 St/5 Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from Times Square–42nd Street Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to New York Public Library on the Moovit app.

5min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M42M42
Walk to New York Public Library
Leaves from W 42 St/6 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 42 St/6 Av
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - M42M42
    Wait for bus
    M42
    East Side U N-1 Av Crosstown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 42 St/5 Av
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to New York Public Library
    Walk to
    New York Public Library
    5th Avenue
    160 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library

The distance between Times Square–42nd Street Station, Manhattan and New York Public Library, Manhattan is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 5 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library

To check the bus schedule from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Times Square–42nd Street Station) and destination (New York Public Library), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library?

    The fastest way takes 5 minutes, using Bus line M42.

  • Is there a direct bus between Times Square–42nd Street Station and New York Public Library in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library in Manhattan in 5 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library in Manhattan?

    The M42 bus line goes from W 42 St/6 Av station near Times Square–42nd Street Station to W 42 St/5 Av station near New York Public Library in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library in Manhattan by bus?

    The total travel time between Times Square–42nd Street Station and New York Public Library in Manhattan by bus is about 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Times Square–42nd Street Station to get to New York Public Library in Manhattan?

    Get on the M42 bus from the W 42 St/6 Av stop near Times Square–42nd Street Station in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Times Square–42nd Street Station and New York Public Library in Manhattan?

    Get off the bus at the W 42 St/5 Av stop, which is closest to New York Public Library in Manhattan.

  • How much is the bus fare from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library?

    The ride from Times Square–42nd Street Station to New York Public Library costs $3.00.

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