How Far Greenwich Village Is from Times Square
Greenwich Village lies about 2 miles (3 km) south of Times Square. On foot it takes 35 to 45 minutes straight down Seventh Avenue or Broadway. By subway it is around 10 minutes, plus the walk to the platform.
DistanceAbout 2 miles (3 km)
On foot35 to 45 minutes
1 train5 stops to Christopher St–Stonewall
A, C or E3 stops to West 4th Street
The 1 train runs from Times Sq–42nd Street to Christopher Street–Stonewall; the A, C or E runs from 42nd Street–Port Authority to West 4th Street–Washington Square, the central station. The getting-there page has every line, and the one-day plan fits the trip into a day.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you walk from Times Square to Greenwich Village?
Yes, about 2 miles (3 km), or 35 to 45 minutes down Seventh Avenue or Broadway.
Which subway goes from Times Square to Greenwich Village?
The 1 train to Christopher Street–Stonewall (five stops) or the A, C or E from 42nd Street–Port Authority to West 4th Street (three stops).
How long does the subway take?
Around 10 minutes plus the walk to the platform. See how to get there for other starting points.