How to get from Grand Central to Yale University by bus and train?

From Grand Central to Yale University by bus and train

To get from Grand Central to Yale University in West Haven, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the 3 train from Grand Central station to Milford station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CL bus and finally take the 261 bus from East Town Rd. at Westfield Ct Post Mall (Rear Entry) station to Boston Post Rd @ S Lambert Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Grand Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Yale University on the Moovit app.

186min
Train - 3
Bus - CLCL
Bus - 261261
Walk to Yale University
Leaves from Grand Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Grand Central
  • 2
    Train - 33
    Wait for train
    3
    1512#| New Haven
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Milford
    111 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    River St. at Milford Railroad Station
    ID 1258
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - CLCL
    Wait for bus
    CL
    Milford Ct Post Mall
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Town Rd. at Westfield Ct Post Mall (Rear Entry)
    ID 483
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    East Town Rd. at Westfield Ct Post Mall (Rear Entry)
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 261261
    Wait for bus
    261
    261 - Boston Post Rd-Downtown New Haven
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Boston Post Rd @ S Lambert Rd
    ID BOSSLAN
    10 min
  • 10
    Walk to Yale University
    Walk to
    Yale University
    West Campus Drive
    1.66 mi • 35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Grand Central to Yale University

The distance between Grand Central, West Haven and Yale University, West Haven is approximately 69.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 186 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Grand Central to Yale University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in West Haven – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Grand Central to Yale University

To check the bus and train schedule from Grand Central to Yale University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Grand Central) and destination (Yale University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Grand Central to Yale University?

    The fastest way takes 186 minutes, using Train line 3, Bus line CL, Bus line 261.

  • Is there a direct train between Grand Central and Yale University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Grand Central to Yale University?

    The 3 train line goes from Milford station near Grand Central in Manhattan to River St. at Milford Railroad Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till River St. at Milford Railroad Station station near Yale University in West Haven.

  • How long does it take to travel from Grand Central to Yale University by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Grand Central in Manhattan and Yale University in West Haven by train and bus is about 3 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Grand Central to get to Yale University?

    Get on the 3 train from the Milford station near Grand Central in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Grand Central and Yale University?

    Get off the train at the River St. at Milford Railroad Station stop, which is closest to Yale University in West Haven.

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