How long does it take from Times Sq–42 St to 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr by metro?

The journey from Times Sq–42 St to 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr takes approximately 13 minutes by New York City Subway, covering 3.7 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Times Sq–42 St to 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr?

The token fare from Times Sq–42 St to 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr 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 Times Sq–42 St for 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr?

At Times Sq–42 St, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd. Look for the electronic board showing "Astoria–Ditmars Blvd".

What is the last train from Times Sq–42 St to 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr?

The last train from Times Sq–42 St towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr back towards Times Sq–42 St departs at 00:30.

How many stops from Times Sq–42 St to 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr?

There are 2 stops between Times Sq–42 St and 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr on the N/Q/R/W (Broadway). The stations are: Times Sq–42 St, 42 St–Bryant Pk.

Times Sq–42 St To 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr

ShortestShortest Route

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

42 St–Bryant Pk

orange interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.8 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

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.9 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

13 min

Total time

stops

3.7 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Times Sq–42 St	05:00	00:30	Towards Astoria–Ditmars Blvd
47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr	05:00	23:00	Towards Times Sq–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

0.50 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.23 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~15 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹2.9

Bike

₹32

Auto

₹74

Cab

₹132

Estimates for 3.7 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure 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

Arrival station

47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr

underground

47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr, New York, United States

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines