The average train between Washington Heights and Long Island takes 47 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. The train runs at least 6 times per hour from Washington Heights to Long Island. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 10 minutes between Washington Heights and Long Island. The earliest departure is at 7:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Washington Heights is at 1:09 PM which arrives into Long Island at 1:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 47 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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42 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Washington Heights to Long Island? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Washington Heights to Long Island. However, there are services departing from Washington Heights station and arriving at Long Island station via 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.
Washington Heights to Long Island train services, operated by MTA, depart from 181 St station.
Washington Heights to Long Island train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av station.
The distance between Washington Heights and Long Island is 73.2 km. The road distance is 21 km.
You can take a subway from 181 St to Jackson Hts-Roosevelt Av via 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 42 min.