New York Logistics

Location, Location, Location
Located in Midtown Manhattan diagonally across from the Empire State Building, the Graduate Center is at 365 Fifth Avenue, between 34th and 35th Streets. Because of its central location, the GC is easily accessible by most subway lines. Herald Square (Subway lines N,Q,R,W,B,D,F,V), Penn Station (Subway lines A,C,E,1,2,3), and the 33rd Street station (the 6 line). Penn Station, a 10 min walk from the GC, also houses the Long Island Rail Road and Amtrak trains.

Hopstop provides directions between all locations in New York City, and allows you to choose your method of transportation (subway, train, bus, walking, taxi, etc.). You can also find out information on the Subway and bus system at the MTA’s website.

Airports
Public transportation, yellow taxis, and bus and shuttle van service are available from all three nearby airports: LaGuardia, JFK and Newark. For further information about transportation options, click here.

LaGuardia (LGA)

  • Approximate Distance: 9 MI / 14.48 KM (about 30 minutes from Manhattan)
  • By taxi: about $25 to Manhattan, plus tolls and tip
  • Budget option: take the M60 bus ($2.25 no dollar bills accepted, change only) from LGA to Astoria Blvd where you can transfer to the N/Q train ($2.25 there will be Metrocard machines in the station, so cash or credit) to 34th Street/Herald Square. This method will take longer ~60-90 mins depending on traffic.

Kennedy (JFK)

  • Approximate Distance: 17 MI / 27.36 KM (about 60 minutes from Manhattan)
  • By Taxi: $ 45 flat rate to Manhattan, plus tolls and tip
  • Budget Option: AirTrain ($5) to the subway ($2.25/one-way). Note that the subway is often the quickest route. ~60 mins from JFK to 34th Street.

Newark (EWR)

  • Approximate Distance: 12 MI / 19.31 KM E (about 50 minutes from Manhattan)
  • By public transportation: AirTrain to NJ Transit into Penn Station ($12.50/one-way). Depending on the NJ Transit schedule ~30-45mins.

Hotel Information
There are plenty of inexpensive hotels within easy traveling distance of the Graduate Center. Try googling “hotels 35th street nyc” or look up hotels in the Times Square, theater district, Herald Square, or midtown area.

The Comfort Inn Manhattan (very close to the Graduate Center)
42 West 35th Street, New York, NY 10001.  Phone: 212-947-0200.

La Quinta Inn (just a few blocks from the Graduate Center)
17 West 32nd St., New York, NY 10001.  Phone: 212-736-1600.

Holiday Inn Express Fifth Avenue
15 W 45th Street (on Fifth Ave).  Phone: 212-302-9088.

* Hotel Deauville (small independent hotel a 10 min walk from the Graduate Center; prices start at $123/night for a private room with a shared bath)
103 East 29th Street, New York, NY 10016. Phone: 212-683-0990.

The Larchmont Hotel (in the West Village; recommended as an inexpensive, nice hotel in an excellent location)
27 West 11th St., New York, NY 10011.  Phone: 212-989-9333.

Carlton Arms Hotel (a 10-15 minute walk/ride from the Graduate Center; shared bath starts at $80, single for $110; the hotel is known for fun and funky decor)
160 East 25th Street, New York, NY, 10010.  Phone: 212-679-0680.

The Pod Hotel (just off the 6 train and a 20-minute walk from the Graduate Center)
230 E 51st St. NYC, NY 10022.  Phone: 212.355.0300.

The Jane Hotel (a charming and inexpensive place; rather far away from the Grad Center but in the fashionable meatpacking district and close to the High Line and other places of interest)
113 Jane Street, New York, NY 10014.  Phone: 212-924-6700