How to Reach Madame Tussauds New York – Directions & Transport Guide 2025
Discover the easiest ways to reach Madame Tussauds New York in Times Square — from subways and buses to walking routes, nearby parking, airports, and accessibility details. Plan your visit stress-free.
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Address: Madame Tussauds New York, 234 W 42nd Street, Times Square, NY 10036 (near 8th Ave).
Nearest Subway: 42 St–Times Square (1/2/3, N/Q/R/W, 7, S, A/C/E).
Landmark: Opposite Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and Regal Cinemas, 2 blocks from Bryant Park and Port Authority.
From Times Square Station
Exit at 42nd Street and walk west toward 8th Avenue (about 2 minutes). Madame Tussauds is next to the AMC Empire Theater.
From Port Authority Bus Terminal
Walk east along 42nd Street for two blocks (roughly 4–5 minutes). You’ll see the museum entrance on your right.
Getting There by Subway or on Foot
- 1/2/3 Trains: Exit Times Square–42 St and walk west 2 minutes toward 8th Ave.
- N/Q/R/W Trains: Stop at Times Square–42 St – museum is visible from exit 8th Ave.
- A/C/E Trains: Exit Port Authority Bus Terminal – walk east to 234 W 42nd St.
- 7 or S Train: Exit Times Square, follow signs to 42nd St west side – 3 minutes walk.
Walking Tips
The museum sits at the heart of Times Square – just 10 minutes from Bryant Park and 15 minutes from the Empire State Building.
By Bus, Taxi & Car Parking
City Bus
M42 and M104 buses stop directly on 42nd St near the museum. Buses can be slower in rush hours.
Taxi & Rideshare
Set drop-off for 234 W 42nd St between 7th and 8th Ave. Use Broadway if 42nd St is jammed.
Parking Garages
Paid garages within 1–2 blocks – notably Icon Parking (249 W 43rd St) and Edison ParkFast (307 W 44th St).
Accessibility
Fully ADA compliant with ramps and elevators. Street crossings have curb cuts for wheelchairs.
Arriving from NYC Airports
JFK Airport
Take AirTrain → LIRR to Penn Station (~35 min), then walk 10 minutes north to 42nd St or ride 1/2/3 uptown 1 stop to Times Sq.
LaGuardia (LGA)
Ride Q70 SBS to Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Av → transfer to R or E train to Times Square.
Newark (EWR)
AirTrain → NJ Transit to Penn Station NYC then walk or take A/C/E one stop to Port Authority.
Rideshare / Shuttle
Ask for drop-off on 42nd St between 7th & 8th Ave – museum entrance is mid-block under bright billboards.
Visitor Tips & Timing
Best Time to Arrive
Morning visits (10 AM–12 PM) have shorter lines. Evenings offer Times Square lights for great photos.
Dress Comfortably
Indoor climate-controlled venue; wear comfortable shoes for walking multiple floors of exhibits.
Average Visit Time
Plan around 1.5–2 hours to explore the wax figures, Marvel 4D Cinema, and glow zones inside.
Directions Cheatsheet
Subway Stop
42 St–Times Square / Port Authority Bus Terminal
Walking Time
From Bryant Park ~8 min • Penn Station ~15 min
Bus Stops
M42 • M104 on 42nd St • M20 on 7th Ave
Parking
Icon or Edison Garages within 2 blocks
Nearby Attractions
Ripley’s, Bryant Park, Broadway Shows, Hard Rock Café
Accessibility
Wheelchair friendly entrances and elevators available throughout.
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