How to get from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square by bus?

Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square - Bus Schedule

The M2 bus from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square runs from 7:41 AM to 7:46 PM, with departures every 5-20 min. The trip takes about 14 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square by bus

Take one direct bus from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan: take the M2 bus from 5 Av/W 42 St station to 5 Av/W 14 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 14 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The bus schedule from Grand Central Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to New York | Union Square on the Moovit app.

14min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M2M2
Walk to New York | Union Square
Leaves from 5 Av/W 42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    5 Av/W 42 St
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - M2M2
    Wait for bus
    M2
    Limited East Village 8 St Via 5 Av
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5 Av/W 14 St
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to New York | Union Square
    Walk to
    New York | Union Square
    78 5th Avenue, 4th Floor
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square

The distance between Grand Central Terminal, Manhattan and New York | Union Square, Manhattan is approximately 1.51 mi, which can typically be travelled in 14 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square

To check the bus schedule from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand Central Terminal) and destination (New York | Union Square), 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 Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square?

    The fastest way takes 14 minutes, using Bus line M2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Grand Central Terminal and New York | Union Square in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan in 14 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan?

    The M2 bus line goes from 5 Av/W 42 St station near Grand Central Terminal to 5 Av/W 14 St station near New York | Union Square in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan by bus?

    The total travel time between Grand Central Terminal and New York | Union Square in Manhattan by bus is about 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Grand Central Terminal to get to New York | Union Square in Manhattan?

    Get on the M2 bus from the 5 Av/W 42 St stop near Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Grand Central Terminal and New York | Union Square in Manhattan?

    Get off the bus at the 5 Av/W 14 St stop, which is closest to New York | Union Square in Manhattan.

  • When is the last train from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan?

    The last train from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan is the Journal Square - 33rd Street via Hoboken line. It leaves the 33rd Street station at 7:35 PM.

  • When is the last bus from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan?

    The last bus from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan is the Harlem - East Village line. It leaves the 5 Av/W 42 St stop at 7:42 PM.

  • When is the first subway from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square in Manhattan is Lexington Avenue Express. It leaves the Grand Central-42 St station at 12:17 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square?

    The ride from Grand Central Terminal to New York | Union Square costs $3.00.

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