S
42nd Street Shuttle
Times Square–42nd Street to Grand Central–42nd Street
IRT2 stations0.5 miles24 hours
About the S Train
The 42nd Street Shuttle is a short, two-station line connecting Times Square to Grand Central Terminal. It's one of the fastest and most efficient ways to transfer between the East and West sides of Midtown.
The Shuttle has been running since 1918 when the original IRT mainline was split. What was once through service became a dedicated shuttle operation.
Key Stops
- Times Square–42nd StreetStart
- Grand Central–42nd StreetEnd
Neighborhoods Served
The S train connects you to 2 distinct neighborhoods across New York City.
Service Information
Operating Hours
24 hours
Train Frequency
Every 2-4 minutes (peak), 5-8 minutes (off-peak)
Line Length
0.5 miles
Total Stations
2 stations
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