How long does it take from 96 St to Queensboro Plaza by metro?

The journey from 96 St to Queensboro Plaza takes approximately 25 minutes by New York City Subway, covering 9.8 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from 96 St to Queensboro Plaza?

The token fare from 96 St to Queensboro Plaza 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 96 St for Queensboro Plaza?

At 96 St, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards South Ferry. Look for the electronic board showing "South Ferry".

What is the last train from 96 St to Queensboro Plaza?

The last train from 96 St towards South Ferry departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Queensboro Plaza back towards 96 St departs at 00:30.

How many stops from 96 St to Queensboro Plaza?

There are 5 stops between 96 St and Queensboro Plaza on the 1/2/3 (Broadway–7 Ave). The stations are: 96 St, 72 St, Times Sq–42 St.

96 St To Queensboro Plaza

ShortestShortest Route

96 St

Platform 1·underground·1/2/3 (Broadway–7 Ave)Towards South Ferry

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

72 St

+4.5 min

4.5 min · 2.2 km

Times Sq–42 St

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.4 km

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

interchange Times Sq–42 St — 5 min

Platform 1 · N/Q/R/W (Broadway) ·Platform 3 Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd

+5 min

Times Sq–42 St

red interchange

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

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

57 St–7 Av

+3.77 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Lexington Av–59 St

+7.54 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Queensboro Plaza

Arrive Platform 2·underground5.4 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

25 min

Total time

stops

9.8 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
96 St	05:00	23:00	Towards South Ferry
Queensboro Plaza	05:00	23:00	Towards 96 St

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

1.32 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.61 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~39 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.9

Bike

₹68

Auto

₹148

Cab

₹266

Estimates for 9.8 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

96 St

underground

96 St, New York, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Queensboro Plaza

underground

Queensboro Plaza, New York, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines