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How to get from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway?

From Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway

To get from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, take the 4 subway from 86 St station to Grand Central-42 St station. Next, take the S subway from Grand Central-42 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

25min$2.90
Subway - 4
Subway - S
Walk to Port Authority Bus Terminal
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Upper East Side
  • 2
    Subway - 4
    Wait for subway
    4
    Crown Hts-Utica Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    8 min
  • 4
    Subway - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Times Sq-42 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    2 min
  • 6
    Walk to Port Authority Bus Terminal
    Walk to
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    West 41st Street
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway via 6X and R

To get from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, take the 6X subway from 86 St station to Lexington Av/59 St station. Next, take the R subway from Lexington Av/59 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

25min$2.90
Subway - 6X
Subway - R
Walk to Port Authority Bus Terminal
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Upper East Side
  • 2
    Subway - 6X
    Wait for subway
    6X
    Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Lexington Av/59 St
    6 min
  • 4
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to Port Authority Bus Terminal
    Walk to
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    West 41st Street
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal

The distance between Upper East Side, Manhattan and Port Authority Bus Terminal, Manhattan is approximately 2.77 mi, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal 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 Upper East Side

Upper East Side is located at Upper East Side, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is Lexington Av/E 86 St.

Subway stations close to Upper East Side:

  • 86 St
  • 77 St
  • 96 St

Bus stations close to Upper East Side:

  • Lexington Av/E 86 St
  • Lexington Ave & E 86th St
  • 85th St & Lexington Ave

Public transit stations close to Port Authority Bus Terminal, Manhattan

Port Authority Bus Terminal is located at West 41st Street, Manhattan and the nearest public transit station is Port Authority Drop Off.

Subway stations close to Port Authority Bus Terminal:

  • 49 St
  • Times Sq-42 St
  • 34 St-Penn Station

Bus stations close to Port Authority Bus Terminal:

  • Port Authority Drop Off
  • New York (P.A.B.T.)
  • 8 Av/W 40 St

Alternative route from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal by subway via 6X and R

To get from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, take the 6X subway from 86 St station to Lexington Av/59 St station. Next, take the R subway from Lexington Av/59 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min. The ride fare is $2.90.

25min$2.90
Subway - 6X
Subway - R
Walk to Port Authority Bus Terminal
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Upper East Side
  • 2
    Subway - 6X
    Wait for subway
    6X
    Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Lexington Av/59 St
    6 min
  • 4
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to Port Authority Bus Terminal
    Walk to
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    West 41st Street
    190 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Bus line 4, Bus line S.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

    The alternative route takes 25 minutes, using Bus line 6X, Bus line R.

  • Is there a direct subway between Upper East Side and Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 25 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan?

    The 4 subway line goes from Crown Hts-Utica Av station near Upper East Side to Grand Central-42 St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Grand Central-42 St station near Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan

  • How long does it take to travel from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Upper East Side and Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan by subway is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Upper East Side to get to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan?

    Get on the 4 subway from the Crown Hts-Utica Av station near Upper East Side in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Upper East Side and Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Grand Central-42 St station, which is closest to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

  • How much is the subway fare from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal?

    The ride from Upper East Side to Port Authority Bus Terminal costs $2.90.

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