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GUIDE

Commuting to NYC from Scarsdale, Edgemont, Harrison & Larchmont

Metro-North train options, travel times and fares from Scarsdale-area stations to Grand Central.

The Scarsdale Metro-North station and its clock

Scarsdale & Edgemont — Harlem Line

Scarsdale, Hartsdale and Crestwood stations are on Metro-North’s Harlem Line. The Scarsdale station is about 18.5 miles from Grand Central. On the published schedule, trips from Scarsdale to Grand Central take about 32–52 minutes, with express trains on the short end. Weekday morning peak trains run roughly every 14 minutes on average.

Fare: Scarsdale is in zone 4. Reported one-way fares are $13.75 peak / $10.25 off-peak — verify on MTA TrainTime, as fares change.

Harrison & Larchmont — New Haven Line

Harrison and Larchmont stations are on Metro-North’s New Haven Line to Grand Central. Check the MTA New Haven Line timetable for current travel times from each station.

Driving

Scarsdale-area drivers use the Bronx River Parkway, Hutchinson River Parkway, Sprain Brook Parkway and I-87/I-95, depending on location. Drive times vary widely with traffic; test the commute at rush hour before buying.

Tips

  • Station parking in Scarsdale is managed by the village and can have waitlists — ask about permits early.
  • “Walk to train” is a meaningful premium; compare actual walking routes.

FAQ

How long is the train from Scarsdale to Grand Central?

On the published Harlem Line schedule, roughly 32 to 52 minutes depending on whether the train runs express or local.

How much is a Metro-North ticket from Scarsdale?

Scarsdale is in fare zone 4. Third-party schedule aggregators report a one-way peak fare of $13.75 and off-peak of $10.25; check MTA TrainTime for current fares.

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