What is the best and fastest public transportation to Yankee Stadium from Manhattan?
The NYC subway. No contest. Three lines will get you there, and all of them stop at 161st Street-Yankee Stadium, which sits right across the street from the stadium entrance.
The subway lines you need
- B train (orange line): Runs from lower Manhattan through Midtown (stops at 34th Street-Herald Square, 47-50th Streets-Rockefeller Center) and up to 161st Street. Note: the B does not run on weekends or late nights.
- D train (orange line): Same route through Manhattan as the B, but runs seven days a week, including nights. This is your most reliable option.
- 4 train (green line): Runs along the Lexington Avenue line on the East Side (Grand Central-42nd Street, 59th Street) and expresses up to 161st Street. Slightly faster from the East Side.
From Times Square-42nd Street, take the D train. You will be at the stadium in about 20 minutes.
From Grand Central-42nd Street, take the 4 train. Same deal, roughly 20 minutes.
From Lower Manhattan (Fulton Street, Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall), the 4 or D will take closer to 30 minutes.
How much does the subway cost?
A single ride is $2.90. You can pay with a MetroCard or tap your contactless credit card, debit card, or phone using OMNY. Kids under 44 inches tall ride free with a paying adult. No special ticket needed for game days.
Is there a faster option? Metro-North to Yankee Stadium
Yes, if you are near Grand Central Terminal. On game days and select event days, Metro-North Railroad runs dedicated service on the Hudson Line from Grand Central directly to Yankee Stadium station, a small platform built right next to the ballpark.
- Travel time: About 20 minutes, sometimes less.
- Cost: Approximately $7.50 one way (peak CityTicket pricing may vary; check the MTA website).
- The catch: This service only operates on game days and major event days. Trains start running about two hours before first pitch and resume after the final out.
Metro-North is faster and more comfortable than the subway, with guaranteed seating. If you are already on the East Side of Midtown, it is worth the extra cost.
Step-by-step: Getting to Yankee Stadium on the subway
- Get to a station on the B/D (Sixth Avenue line) or 4 (Lexington Avenue line).
- Board a Bronx-bound train. On the D, look for trains headed to Norwood-205th Street. On the 4, look for Woodlawn-bound trains.
- Exit at 161st Street-Yankee Stadium. Follow the signs (and the crowd on game days) to the stadium.
- Cross East 161st Street. The stadium is directly in front of you. Gate entrances are clearly marked.
Can you recommend a safe, family-friendly hotel in Manhattan with easy train access to Yankee Stadium?
Stay near a D train or 4 train stop and you are set. A few strong options for families:
- Midtown West / Times Square area: Hotels along Sixth Avenue put you within a block or two of B/D train stations at 42nd Street, 47-50th Streets, or 34th Street. The ride to the stadium is direct, no transfers.
- Midtown East / Grand Central area: Hotels near Lexington Avenue and 42nd Street give you access to the 4 train and Metro-North. The Hyatt Grand Central and surrounding properties are right on top of Grand Central Terminal.
- Upper West Side: Hotels near the 161st Street-bound D train (Columbus Circle, 72nd Street, 81st Street stations) keep you close to Central Park and the American Museum of Natural History, with a straight shot to the Bronx.
All of these neighborhoods are well-traveled, well-lit, and family-friendly.
Tips only a local would tell you
- Leave early on game days. Trains heading to 161st Street get packed starting about 90 minutes before first pitch. Arriving early also gives you time to walk the Heritage Field area and the outdoor plaza with its food vendors.
- After the game, walk one stop north. The 161st Street station is a zoo after the final out. Walk north along River Avenue to 167th Street station (D train) or take the short walk to avoid the worst of the crush.
- Use OMNY, not a MetroCard. Tapping a contactless card is faster through the turnstile, and OMNY automatically caps your fare at $34 per week (essentially giving you unlimited rides after 12 trips).
- The B train does not run on weekends. If you are heading to a Saturday or Sunday game, take the D or 4 instead.
- Driving is a bad idea. Parking near the stadium is limited and expensive ($35 to $55 in official lots). The subway is faster, cheaper, and drops you closer to the gate than any parking garage will.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to get to Yankee Stadium from Times Square by subway?
- About 20 minutes on the D train, which runs directly from 42nd Street-Times Square to 161st Street-Yankee Stadium with no transfer required.
- Does Metro-North run to Yankee Stadium every day?
- No. Metro-North service to Yankee Stadium station operates only on game days and select major event days. Trains run from Grand Central Terminal starting about two hours before the event.
- How much does it cost to take the subway to Yankee Stadium?
- A single subway ride costs $2.90. You can pay with a MetroCard or by tapping a contactless card or phone via OMNY. Children under 44 inches tall ride free with a paying adult.
- Is there parking at Yankee Stadium?
- Yes, but it is limited and expensive, typically $35 to $55 per vehicle in the official lots. The subway is cheaper, faster, and drops you closer to the entrance.
- Which subway line is best from the East Side of Manhattan?
- The 4 train on the Lexington Avenue line. Board a Woodlawn-bound 4 at Grand Central-42nd Street or 59th Street and ride express to 161st Street-Yankee Stadium in about 20 minutes.