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

From Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side by subway

To get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side in Manhattan, take the S subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Grand Central-42 St station. Next, take the 5 subway from Grand Central-42 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper East Side on the Moovit app.

23min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - S
Subway - 5
Walk to Upper East Side
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - S
    Wait for subway
    S
    Grand Central-42 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    2 min
  • 4
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Eastchester-Dyre Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to Upper East Side
    Walk to
    Upper East Side
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side by subway via 7 and 5

To get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side in Manhattan, take the 7 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Grand Central-42 St station. Next, take the 5 subway from Grand Central-42 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper East Side on the Moovit app.

23min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 7
Subway - 5
Walk to Upper East Side
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - 7
    Wait for subway
    7
    Flushing-Main St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    3 min
  • 4
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Eastchester-Dyre Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to Upper East Side
    Walk to
    Upper East Side
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side

The distance between Port Authority Bus Terminal, Manhattan and Upper East Side, Manhattan is approximately 2.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 23 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side

To check the subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Port Authority Bus Terminal) and destination (Upper East Side), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side by subway via 7 and 5

To get from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side in Manhattan, take the 7 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to Grand Central-42 St station. Next, take the 5 subway from Grand Central-42 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 23 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Port Authority Bus Terminal may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper East Side on the Moovit app.

23min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 7
Subway - 5
Walk to Upper East Side
Leaves from Times Sq-42 St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - 7
    Wait for subway
    7
    Flushing-Main St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Grand Central-42 St
    3 min
  • 4
    Subway - 5
    Wait for subway
    5
    Eastchester-Dyre Av
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    6 min
  • 6
    Walk to Upper East Side
    Walk to
    Upper East Side
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 23 minutes, using Subway line S, Subway line 5.

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

    The alternative route takes 23 minutes, using Subway line 7, Subway line 5.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 23 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Port Authority Bus Terminal and Upper East Side in Manhattan by subway is about 23 min.

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

    Get on the S subway from the Grand Central-42 St station near Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan.

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

    Get off the subway at the Grand Central-42 St station, which is closest to Upper East Side in Manhattan.

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

    The ride from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Upper East Side costs $3.00.

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