How long does it take from Grand Central–42 St to Queensboro Plaza by metro?

The journey from Grand Central–42 St to Queensboro Plaza takes approximately 32 minutes by New York City Subway, covering 12.9 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Grand Central–42 St to Queensboro Plaza?

The token fare from Grand Central–42 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 Grand Central–42 St for Queensboro Plaza?

At Grand Central–42 St, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Crown Heights–Utica Av. Look for the electronic board showing "Crown Heights–Utica Av".

What is the last train from Grand Central–42 St to Queensboro Plaza?

The last train from Grand Central–42 St towards Crown Heights–Utica Av departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Queensboro Plaza back towards Grand Central–42 St departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Grand Central–42 St to Queensboro Plaza?

There are 7 stops between Grand Central–42 St and Queensboro Plaza on the 4/5/6 (Lexington Ave). The stations are: Grand Central–42 St, 14 St–Union Sq.

Grand Central–42 St To Queensboro Plaza

ShortestShortest Route

Grand Central–42 St

Platform 1·underground·4/5/6 (Lexington Ave)Towards Crown Heights–Utica Av

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

14 St–Union Sq

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.1 km

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

interchange 14 St–Union Sq — 5 min

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

+5 min

14 St–Union Sq

green 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

42 St–Bryant Pk

orange interchange

+7.54 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

57 St–7 Av

+15.08 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Lexington Av–59 St

+18.85 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Queensboro Plaza

Arrive Platform 2·underground10.8 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

12.9 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Grand Central–42 St	05:00	23:00	Towards Crown Heights–Utica Av
Queensboro Plaza	05:00	23:00	Towards Grand Central–42 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

1.74 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.80 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~52 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.9

Bike

₹88

Auto

₹184

Cab

₹334

Estimates for 12.9 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Van Cortlandt Park–242 StSouth Ferry

4/5/6 (Lexington Ave)

WoodlawnCrown Heights–Utica Av

4/5/6 (Lexington Ave)

Inwood–207 StHigh St

4/5/6 (Lexington Ave)

145 StConey Island–Stillwell Av

4/5/6 (Lexington Ave)

Departure station

Grand Central–42 St

underground

Grand Central–42 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