How long does it take from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 59 St–Columbus Circle by metro?

The journey from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 59 St–Columbus Circle takes approximately 32 minutes by New York City Subway, covering 12.8 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 59 St–Columbus Circle?

The token fare from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 59 St–Columbus Circle 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 59 St–Columbus Circle?

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 59 St–Columbus Circle?

The last train from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from 59 St–Columbus Circle back towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Astoria–Ditmars Blvd to 59 St–Columbus Circle?

There are 7 stops between Astoria–Ditmars Blvd and 59 St–Columbus Circle 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, 42 St–Bryant Pk.

Astoria–Ditmars Blvd To 59 St–Columbus Circle

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

+15.08 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

42 St–Bryant Pk

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground9 km

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

interchange 42 St–Bryant Pk — 5 min

Platform 3 · B/D/F/M (6 Ave) ·Platform 1 Towards 145 St

+5 min

42 St–Bryant Pk

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·B/D/F/M (6 Ave)Towards 145 St

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

47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr

+3.95 min

3.95 min · 1.9 km

59 St–Columbus Circle

Arrive Platform 2·underground3.8 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

32 min

Total time

stops

12.8 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Astoria–Ditmars Blvd	05:00	00:30	Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd
59 St–Columbus Circle	05:00	23:00	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

1.73 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.79 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~51 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.9

Bike

₹86

Auto

₹184

Cab

₹332

Estimates for 12.8 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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N/Q/R/W (Broadway)

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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

59 St–Columbus Circle

underground

59 St–Columbus Circle, New York, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines