How long does it take from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 42 St–Port Authority by metro?

The journey from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 42 St–Port Authority takes approximately 34 minutes by New York City Subway, covering 11.4 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 42 St–Port Authority?

The token fare from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 42 St–Port Authority 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 Astoria–Ditmars Blvd for 42 St–Port Authority?

At Astoria–Ditmars Blvd, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd. Look for the electronic board showing "Astoria–Ditmars Blvd".

What is the last train from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 42 St–Port Authority?

The last train from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from 42 St–Port Authority back towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 42 St–Port Authority?

There are 6 stops between Astoria–Ditmars Blvd and 42 St–Port Authority on the N/Q/R/W (Broadway). The stations are: Astoria–Ditmars Blvd, Queensboro Plaza, Lexington Av–59 St, 57 St–7 Av, Times Sq–42 St.

Astoria–Ditmars Blvd To 42 St–Port Authority

ShortestShortest Route

Astoria–Ditmars Blvd

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

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

Queensboro Plaza

+3.77 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Lexington Av–59 St

+7.54 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

57 St–7 Av

+11.31 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Times Sq–42 St

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.2 km

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

interchange Times Sq–42 St — 5 min

Platform 3 · 1/2/3 (Broadway–7 Ave) ·Platform 1 Towards Van Cortlandt Park–242 St

+5 min

Times Sq–42 St

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·1/2/3 (Broadway–7 Ave)Towards Van Cortlandt Park–242 St

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

34 St–Penn Station

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.2 km

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

interchange 34 St–Penn Station — 5 min

Platform 1 · A/C/E (8 Ave) ·Platform 2 Towards Inwood–207 St

+5 min

34 St–Penn Station

Platform 2·underground·A/C/E (8 Ave)Towards Inwood–207 St

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

42 St–Port Authority

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

11.4 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Astoria–Ditmars Blvd	05:00	00:30	Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd
42 St–Port Authority	05:00	00:30	Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd

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

1.54 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.71 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~46 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.9

Bike

₹78

Auto

₹166

Cab

₹300

Estimates for 11.4 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Van Cortlandt Park–242 StSouth Ferry

N/Q/R/W (Broadway)

WoodlawnCrown Heights–Utica Av

N/Q/R/W (Broadway)

Inwood–207 StHigh St

N/Q/R/W (Broadway)

145 StConey Island–Stillwell Av

N/Q/R/W (Broadway)

Departure station

Astoria–Ditmars Blvd

underground

Astoria–Ditmars Blvd, New York, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Astoria–Ditmars Blvd exit 1· Astoria♿

Astoria–Ditmars Blvd exit 2· Astoria♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

42 St–Port Authority

underground

42 St–Port Authority, New York, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

42 St–Port Authority exit 1· Port Authority, Times Square♿

42 St–Port Authority exit 2· Port Authority, Times Square♿

42 St–Port Authority exit 3· Port Authority, Times Square♿

42 St–Port Authority exit 4· Port Authority, Times Square♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access