Navigating to 500 Pearl Street, home to the Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse in Lower Manhattan, can be straightforward with the right directions. Whether you’re arriving from Westchester, Putnam, or Rockland, this guide provides detailed routes using Metro-North train, bus, and car. Ensure a smooth journey to your destination by following these instructions.
Directions from Westchester & Putnam Counties
By Metro-North Train to Grand Central Terminal and Subway
For those traveling from Westchester and Putnam counties, the Metro-North train offers a convenient route to Grand Central Terminal. Upon arrival at Grand Central, transfer to the subway to continue your journey to 500 Pearl Street.
- Take the Metro-North train to Grand Central Terminal.
- Subway Transfer: At Grand Central, transfer to the downtown #4, 5, or 6 subway lines.
- Exit at Brooklyn Bridge/City Hall Station: Ride the subway downtown and exit at the BROOKLYN BRIDGE/CITY HALL STATION. Position yourself towards the rear of the train for a quicker exit.
- Foley Square and Pearl Street: Upon exiting the subway, you will emerge in Foley Square. Pearl Street is located across the square.
- 500 Pearl Street Courthouse: Walk half a block down Pearl Street. The courthouse is situated in a modern high-rise building.
- Worth Street Entrance: For security reasons, access to the courthouse is through the WORTH STREET entrance. Worth Street is located at the northern end of Foley Square, to the left of the two large courthouses. Turn right onto Worth Street and walk one block to reach the courthouse entrance.
Travel Time: Allow approximately 20 minutes for the subway ride from Grand Central Terminal to Brooklyn Bridge/City Hall Station.
By Metro-North Train to Grand Central Terminal and M103 Bus
Alternatively, from Grand Central, you can take the M103 bus directly downtown towards 500 Pearl Street.
- Take the Metro-North train to Grand Central Terminal.
- M103 Bus: Exit Grand Central via the side door onto Lexington Avenue. Locate the M103 bus stop – look for the M103 sign on a pole.
- Worth Street & Park Row Stop: The M103 bus travels downtown and stops at the corner of WORTH STREET & PARK ROW, just past Chinatown.
- 500 Pearl Street Courthouse: The courthouse is half a block down Worth Street from the bus stop.
Travel Time: The bus journey from Grand Central Terminal to Worth Street takes about 35 minutes.
Returning via M103 Bus: To return uptown, catch the M103 bus at the corner of Pearl Street & Park Row, behind the courthouse. This bus will stop at THIRD AVENUE & 42nd ST, which is two blocks east of Grand Central Terminal.
By Car via FDR Drive South
Driving offers another option to reach 500 Pearl Street, especially if you are coming by car from Westchester & Putnam.
- FDR Drive South: Take the FDR Drive South to Exit 2, Manhattan Civic Center.
- Pearl Street: Take Exit 2 and proceed to the traffic light. Turn left onto PEARL STREET and drive under the Brooklyn Bridge.
- Parking: After driving under the Brooklyn Bridge, go two blocks to a large outdoor parking lot on your left at the corner of PEARL STREET & PECK SLIP. Parking fees can be up to $25 (cash only).
- Walk to Courthouse: From the parking lot, walk back towards the direction you came from (back under the Brooklyn Bridge) to reach the courthouse at 500 Pearl Street. Note that Pearl Street makes a 90-degree left turn in front of the C-Town supermarket.
- Alternative Parking: You can also utilize other parking garages in Manhattan.
Reimbursement for Jurors: Jurors from Westchester, Rockland, and Putnam counties can be reimbursed for toll and parking expenses by check upon submitting receipts.
Directions from Rockland County
By Metro-North Train via Westchester Stations
For those starting in Rockland, you can drive to a Westchester Metro-North station and proceed to Grand Central.
- Tappan Zee Bridge and Westchester Stations: Drive across the Tappan Zee Bridge to a Metro-North station in Westchester. Recommended stations include Tarrytown, Phillipse Manor, Irvington, or Ardsley.
- Metro-North to Grand Central: Take a Metro-North train to Grand Central Terminal and follow the directions from Grand Central Terminal to 500 Pearl Street as described above (either subway or M103 bus).
By Metro-North Train to Hoboken Terminal
Alternatively, for those in Spring Valley, Nanuet, Pearl River, Sloatsburg, or Suffern, taking the Metro-North to Hoboken Terminal provides another route.
- Metro-North to Hoboken: Take a Metro-North train to Hoboken Terminal.
- Ferry or PATH Train Options: At Hoboken, you have two options:
- NY Waterway Ferry: Take a NY Waterway Ferry to lower Manhattan and walk to the courthouse.
- PATH Train and Subway: Transfer to the PATH train to the 9th Street PATH station. From there, transfer to the A or C subway lines downtown to Chambers Street station.
- Walk from Chambers Street: Exit at Chambers Street station. Walk north on Church Street (in the direction of traffic), then turn right onto Worth Street. The Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse will be on Worth Street.
By Bus to Port Authority Terminal
Taking a bus to Port Authority Terminal is another public transportation option from Rockland County.
- Bus to Port Authority: Take a bus to Port Authority Terminal.
- Subway to Chambers Street: At Port Authority, take the 1 or 2 subway lines downtown to CHAMBERS STREET station.
- Walk from Chambers Street: Walk north on CHURCH STREET (with the traffic) to WORTH STREET. Turn right on Worth Street to reach the U.S. Courthouse.
- M6 Bus Option: Alternatively, take the M6 bus downtown from the corner of 42nd Street & Broadway to the corner of BROADWAY & WORTH STREET. Walk left (east) on Worth Street for two blocks to the Worth Street entrance of the U.S. Courthouse.
Returning via M6 Bus: To return to Port Authority, catch the M6 bus at the corner of WORTH & CHURCH STREET, one block west of Broadway.
By Car via George Washington Bridge
Driving from Rockland via the George Washington Bridge is also feasible.
- George Washington Bridge and Harlem River Drive: Take the George Washington Bridge to the Harlem River Drive South.
- FDR Drive South: The Harlem River Drive becomes the FDR DRIVE at 125th Street. Follow the car directions via FDR Drive South as detailed in the “Directions from Westchester & Putnam Counties” section above.
By choosing the most suitable transportation method and following these detailed directions, your trip to 500 Pearl Street will be efficient and stress-free. Plan your route accordingly and arrive at the Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse prepared for your visit.
