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How to get from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University by subway?

By subway

Take one direct subway from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan: take the 6 subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Bleecker St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

26min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - 6
Walk to New York University
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 6
    Wait for subway
    6
    Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Bleecker St
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to New York University
    Walk to
    New York University
    West 3rd Street
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by subway via 6X

Take one direct subway from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan: take the 6X subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Bleecker St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

26min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - 6X
Walk to New York University
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 6X
    Wait for subway
    6X
    Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Bleecker St
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to New York University
    Walk to
    New York University
    West 3rd Street
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University

The distance between Grand Central Terminal Station, Manhattan and New York University, Manhattan is approximately 2.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Grand Central Terminal Station

Grand Central Terminal Station is located at Grand Central Terminal Station, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is Grand Central-42 St.

Subway stations close to Grand Central Terminal Station:

  • Grand Central-42 St
  • 51 St
  • 5 Av

Train stations close to Grand Central Terminal Station:

  • Grand Central Madison

Bus stations close to Grand Central Terminal Station:

  • E 42 St/Park Av
  • E 42 St/Lexington Av
  • Madison Av/E 42 St

Public transit stations close to New York University, Manhattan

New York University is located at West 3rd Street, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is Broadway & 3rd St.

Subway stations close to New York University:

  • Broadway-Lafayette St
  • W 4 St-Wash Sq
  • 8 St-Nyu

Bus stations close to New York University:

  • Broadway & 3rd St
  • Broadway/W 3 St
  • Broadway/Waverly Pl

Alternative route by subway via 6X

Take one direct subway from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan: take the 6X subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Bleecker St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

26min$2.90
Walk to subway station
Subway - 6X
Walk to New York University
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Subway - 6X
    Wait for subway
    6X
    Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Bleecker St
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to New York University
    Walk to
    New York University
    West 3rd Street
    470 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University?

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Bus line 6.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University?

    The alternative route takes 26 minutes, using Bus line 6X.

  • Is there a direct subway between Grand Central Terminal Station and New York University in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan in 26 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan?

    The 6 subway line goes from Grand Central-42 St station near Grand Central Terminal Station to Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station near New York University in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Grand Central Terminal Station and New York University in Manhattan by subway is about 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Grand Central Terminal Station to get to New York University in Manhattan?

    Get on the 6 subway from the Grand Central-42 St station near Grand Central Terminal Station in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Grand Central Terminal Station and New York University in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station, which is closest to New York University in Manhattan.

  • When is the last subway from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan?

    The last subway from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan is the Lexington Avenue Local line. It leaves the Grand Central-42 St station at 7:37 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan is Harlem - East Village. It leaves the 5 Av/W 44 St stop at 12:27 AM.

  • When is the last train from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University in Manhattan?

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

  • How much is the subway fare from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University?

    The ride from Grand Central Terminal Station to New York University costs $2.90.

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