How long does it take from Lexington Av–59 St to Times Sq–42 St by metro?

The journey from Lexington Av–59 St to Times Sq–42 St takes approximately 8 minutes by New York City Subway, covering 3.6 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Lexington Av–59 St to Times Sq–42 St?

The token fare from Lexington Av–59 St to Times Sq–42 St 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 Lexington Av–59 St for Times Sq–42 St?

At Lexington Av–59 St, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Coney Island–Stillwell Av. Look for the electronic board showing "Coney Island–Stillwell Av".

What is the last train from Lexington Av–59 St to Times Sq–42 St?

The last train from Lexington Av–59 St towards Coney Island–Stillwell Av departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Times Sq–42 St back towards Lexington Av–59 St departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Lexington Av–59 St to Times Sq–42 St?

There are 2 stops between Lexington Av–59 St and Times Sq–42 St on the N/Q/R/W (Broadway). The stations are: Lexington Av–59 St, 57 St–7 Av, Times Sq–42 St.

Lexington Av–59 St To Times Sq–42 St

ShortestShortest Route

Lexington Av–59 St

Platform 1·underground·N/Q/R/W (Broadway)Towards Coney Island–Stillwell Av

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

57 St–7 Av

+3.77 min

3.77 min · 1.8 km

Times Sq–42 St

red 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
Lexington Av–59 St	05:00	23:00	Towards Coney Island–Stillwell Av
Times Sq–42 St	05:00	00:30	Towards Lexington Av–59 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

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.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Lexington Av–59 St

underground

Lexington Av–59 St, New York, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Times Sq–42 St

underground

Times Sq–42 St, New York, United States

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Times Sq–42 St exit 1· Times Square♿

Times Sq–42 St exit 2· Times Square♿

Times Sq–42 St exit 3· Times Square♿

Times Sq–42 St exit 4· Times Square♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access