How long does it take from 42 St–Bryant Pk to 14 St–Union Sq by metro?

The journey from 42 St–Bryant Pk to 14 St–Union Sq takes approximately 8 minutes by New York City Subway, covering 3.6 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from 42 St–Bryant Pk to 14 St–Union Sq?

The token fare from 42 St–Bryant Pk to 14 St–Union Sq is $2.9. With a smart card the fare is $2.9 (save $0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's $2.9.

Which platform at 42 St–Bryant Pk for 14 St–Union Sq?

At 42 St–Bryant Pk, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd. Look for the electronic board showing "Astoria–Ditmars Blvd".

What is the last train from 42 St–Bryant Pk to 14 St–Union Sq?

The last train from 42 St–Bryant Pk towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from 14 St–Union Sq back towards 42 St–Bryant Pk departs at 00:30.

How many stops from 42 St–Bryant Pk to 14 St–Union Sq?

There are 2 stops between 42 St–Bryant Pk and 14 St–Union Sq on the N/Q/R/W (Broadway). The stations are: 42 St–Bryant Pk, 34 St–Herald Sq, 14 St–Union Sq.

42 St–Bryant Pk To 14 St–Union Sq

ShortestShortest Route

42 St–Bryant Pk

orange interchange

Platform 3·underground·N/Q/R/W (Broadway)Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

34 St–Herald Sq

orange interchange

+3.77 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

14 St–Union Sq

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground3.6 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

8 min

Total time

stops

3.6 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
42 St–Bryant Pk	05:00	00:30	Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd
14 St–Union Sq	05:00	00:30	Towards 42 St–Bryant Pk

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

$2.9

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

$2.9

Save $0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

$2.9

Save $0 per ride

Use your New York City Subway smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.49 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.22 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~14 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

$2.9

Bike

$32

Auto

$74

Cab

$130

Estimates for 3.6 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

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Departure station

42 St–Bryant Pk

underground

42 St–Bryant Pk, New York, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

42 St–Bryant Pk exit 1· Bryant Park♿

42 St–Bryant Pk exit 2· Bryant Park♿

42 St–Bryant Pk exit 3· Bryant Park♿

42 St–Bryant Pk exit 4· Bryant Park♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

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Arrival station

14 St–Union Sq

underground

14 St–Union Sq, New York, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

14 St–Union Sq exit 1· Union Square♿

14 St–Union Sq exit 2· Union Square♿

14 St–Union Sq exit 3· Union Square♿

14 St–Union Sq exit 4· Union Square♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access