How to get from Central Park to Times Square by subway?

From Central Park to Times Square by subway

Take one direct subway from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan: take the C subway from 86 St station to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Central Park may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

23min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - C
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from 86 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    86 St
    590 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Subway - C
    Wait for subway
    C
    Euclid Av
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    209 W 38th St
    230 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Central Park to Times Square by bus and subway

To get from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan, take the M3 bus from 5 Av/E 84 St station to 5 Av/E 60 St station. Next, take the R subway from 5 Av/59 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Central Park may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

26min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M3M3
Subway - R
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from 5 Av/E 84 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    5 Av/E 84 St
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - M3M3
    Wait for bus
    M3
    East Village 8 St Via 5 Av
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5 Av/E 60 St
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    5 Av/59 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    209 W 38th St
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Central Park to Times Square

The distance between Central Park, Manhattan and Times Square, Manhattan is approximately 2.72 mi, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Central Park 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 Central Park to Times Square

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

To get from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan, take the M3 bus from 5 Av/E 84 St station to 5 Av/E 60 St station. Next, take the R subway from 5 Av/59 St station to Times Sq-42 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 26 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Central Park may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Times Square on the Moovit app.

26min$3.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - M3M3
Subway - R
Walk to Times Square
Leaves from 5 Av/E 84 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    5 Av/E 84 St
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - M3M3
    Wait for bus
    M3
    East Village 8 St Via 5 Av
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    5 Av/E 60 St
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    5 Av/59 St
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Subway - R
    Wait for subway
    R
    Bay Ridge-95 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Times Square
    Walk to
    Times Square
    209 W 38th St
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Central Park to Times Square?

    The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Subway line C.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Central Park to Times Square?

    The alternative route takes 26 minutes, using Bus line M3, Subway line R.

  • Is there a direct subway between Central Park and Times Square in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan in 23 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan?

    The C subway line goes from 86 St station near Central Park to Euclid Av station near Times Square in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Central Park and Times Square in Manhattan by subway is about 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Central Park to get to Times Square in Manhattan?

    Get on the C subway from the 86 St station near Central Park in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Central Park and Times Square in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Euclid Av station, which is closest to Times Square in Manhattan.

  • When is the first bus from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan is Harlem - 14th Street. It leaves the Columbus Av/W 86 St stop at 4:26 AM.

  • When is the first subway from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Central Park to Times Square in Manhattan is 8 Avenue Express. It leaves the 86 St station at 8:19 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Central Park to Times Square?

    The ride from Central Park to Times Square costs $3.00.

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