How to get from New York Public Library to Times Square by subway?

From New York Public Library to Times Square by subway

Take one direct subway from New York Public Library to Times Square in Manhattan: 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 13 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York Public Library may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

13min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - S
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    250 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Subway - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Times Sq-42 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    209 W 38th St
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From New York Public Library to Times Square by bus

Take one direct bus from New York Public Library to Times Square in Manhattan: take the M42 bus from W 42 St/5 Av station to W 42 St/7 Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 9 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York Public Library may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

9min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M42M42
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from W 42 St/5 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 42 St/5 Av
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - M42M42
    Wait for bus
    M42
    West Side Pier 12 Av Crosstown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 42 St/7 Av
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    209 W 38th St
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from New York Public Library to Times Square

The distance between New York Public Library, Manhattan and Times Square, Manhattan is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 13 min. Moovit will show you the directions from New York Public Library to Times Square by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from New York Public Library to Times Square

To check the subway schedule from New York Public Library to Times Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (New York Public Library) and destination (Times Square), 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 Public Library to Times Square by bus

Take one direct bus from New York Public Library to Times Square in Manhattan: take the M42 bus from W 42 St/5 Av station to W 42 St/7 Av station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 9 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from New York Public Library may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

9min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M42M42
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from W 42 St/5 Av

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 42 St/5 Av
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - M42M42
    Wait for bus
    M42
    West Side Pier 12 Av Crosstown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 42 St/7 Av
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    209 W 38th St
    260 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from New York Public Library to Times Square?

    The fastest way takes 13 minutes, using Subway line S.

  • What is the alternative route to get from New York Public Library to Times Square?

    The alternative route takes 9 minutes, using Bus line M42.

  • Is there a direct subway between New York Public Library and Times Square in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from New York Public Library to Times Square in Manhattan in 13 min.

  • Which subway line goes from New York Public Library to Times Square in Manhattan?

    The S subway line goes from Grand Central-42 St station near New York Public Library to Times Sq-42 St station near Times Square in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from New York Public Library to Times Square in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between New York Public Library and Times Square in Manhattan by subway is about 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near New York Public Library to get to Times Square in Manhattan?

    Get on the S subway from the Grand Central-42 St station near New York Public Library in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between New York Public Library and Times Square in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Times Sq-42 St station, which is closest to Times Square in Manhattan.

  • When is the first bus from New York Public Library to Times Square in Manhattan?

    The first bus from New York Public Library to Times Square in Manhattan is United Nations - W 42 St Pier. It leaves the W 42 St/5 Av stop at 4:11 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from New York Public Library to Times Square?

    The ride from New York Public Library to Times Square costs $3.00.

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