How to get from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower by subway?

From Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower by subway

Take one direct subway from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower 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 11 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Grand Central 42nd Street Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Times Square Tower on the Moovit app.

11min$3.00
Subway - S
Walk to Times Square Tower
Leaves from Grand Central-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Grand Central 42nd Street Station
  • 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 Tower
    Walk to
    Times Square Tower
    601 8th Ave
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower

The distance between Grand Central 42nd Street Station, Manhattan and Times Square Tower, Manhattan is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be travelled in 11 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower

To check the subway schedule from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand Central 42nd Street Station) and destination (Times Square Tower), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower?

    The fastest way takes 11 minutes, using Subway line S.

  • Is there a direct subway between Grand Central 42nd Street Station and Times Square Tower in Manhattan?

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower in Manhattan in 11 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower in Manhattan?

    The S subway line goes from Times Sq-42 St station near Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower station near Times Square Tower in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Grand Central 42nd Street Station and Times Square Tower in Manhattan by subway is about 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Grand Central 42nd Street Station to get to Times Square Tower in Manhattan?

    Get on the S subway from the Times Sq-42 St station near Grand Central 42nd Street Station in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Grand Central 42nd Street Station and Times Square Tower in Manhattan?

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

  • When is the first bus from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower in Manhattan is United Nations - W 42 St Pier. It leaves the E 42 St/Park Av stop at 12:28 AM.

  • When is the first subway from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower in Manhattan is Flushing Local. It leaves the Grand Central-42 St station at 12:10 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower?

    The ride from Grand Central 42nd Street Station to Times Square Tower costs $3.00.

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