Arrival at 300 W 31st St

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10:35 AM

5 mins (to walk to Moynihan)

Bus drop-off point.

Moynihan Train Hall

Walking

5 mins (from bus drop-off)

10:40 AM

50 mins

Restroom break, grab food/snacks from the food hall, sit and rest, get MetroCards organized. It’s climate-controlled.

Subway to Battery Park

Subway (1, 2, 3 from 34 St-Penn Station to South Ferry)

20 mins (incl. walk to station)

11:50 AM

1 hour 40 mins (for ferry boarding/initial part of visit)

Walk from Moynihan Train Hall to 34 St-Penn Station (approx. 5 mins walk). The 1, 2, or 3 trains will take you directly to South Ferry. Allow ample time to get tickets (if not pre-purchased) and go through security for the ferry. Aim to be on the ferry by 12:20 PM to maximize time.

Liberty Island & Ellis Island (Ferry)

Ferry

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12:20 PM (Ferry Departure)

2 hours 30 mins (total time for both islands & ferry travel)

This is a very tight window for both islands. Focus on a quick walk around Liberty Island for photos and maybe a brief look inside the museum (if time allows, otherwise prioritize Ellis Island’s museum for a taste of history). You will need to be very disciplined with time here. Aim to catch a return ferry by 2:50 PM.

Subway from Battery Park to Rockefeller Center

Subway (R, W from Whitehall St-South Ferry to 49 St)

25-30 mins (incl. walk to station)

3:20 PM

45 mins

After returning from Ellis Island, walk back to Whitehall St-South Ferry station. The R or W train will take you directly to 49 St, which is Rockefeller Center. See the iconic plaza, 30 Rock, and perhaps grab a quick snack or drink.

Walking to Times Square

Walking

10 mins

4:05 PM

30 mins

A short walk will bring you to the dazzling lights and energy of Times Square. Take photos and soak in the spectacle. This is a good opportunity for another quick snack from a street vendor.

Subway to Bloomingdale’s 59th Street

Subway (N, Q, R, W from Times Sq-42 St to Lexington Av/59 St)

10 mins (incl. walk to station)

4:45 PM

1 hour

Experience one of NYC’s famous department stores. Great for a break, Browse, and using restrooms.

Subway to Grand Central Terminal

Subway (4, 5, 6 from 59 St-Lexington Av to Grand Central-42 St)

10-15 mins (incl. walk to station)

5:55 PM

20 mins

The 4, 5, or 6 train will take you directly. Explore the magnificent main concourse, the famous clock, and the celestial ceiling. Restrooms available.

Subway to Tacombi (255 Bleecker St)

Subway (6 from Grand Central-42 St to Bleecker St)

15-20 mins (incl. walk to station)

6:35 PM

1 hour (for dinner)

The 6 train takes you directly to Bleecker Street. From Bleecker St station, it’s a short walk to Tacombi. Enjoy your dinner! You’re very close to the 6:30 PM target.

Subway to 300 W 31st St

Subway (1 from Christopher St-Sheridan Sq to 34 St-Penn Station)

15-20 mins (incl. walk to station)

8:15 PM

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Walk from Tacombi to Christopher St-Sheridan Sq subway station (approx. 5-7 mins walk). Take the 1 train directly to Penn Station. This puts you back at your bus drop-off with plenty of time to spare (about 45 minutes before 9 PM).

Depart from 300 W 31st St

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9:00 PM

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Be at the bus location by 8:35 PM (25 minutes before departure) to ensure a smooth departure for your group.