What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side is to subway which costs $3 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side?

The fastest way to get from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton Beach and Upper East Side?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side. However, there are services departing from Emmons Av/Shore Blvd and arriving at 1 Av/E 86 St via 1 Av/E 23 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton Beach and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brighton Beach and arriving at 86th Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side?

The distance between Brighton Beach and Upper East Side is 17 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

How do I travel from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side without a car is to subway which takes 58 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side?

The subway from Brighton Beach to 86th Street takes 58 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brighton Beach to Upper East Side bus from?

Brighton Beach to Upper East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Emmons Av/Shore Blvd station.

Where do I catch the Brighton Beach to Upper East Side train from?

Brighton Beach to Upper East Side train services, operated by MTA, depart from Brighton Beach station.

Where does the Brighton Beach to Upper East Side bus arrive?

Brighton Beach to Upper East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 23 St / 1 Av station.

Where does the Brighton Beach to Upper East Side train arrive?

Brighton Beach to Upper East Side train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 86th Street station.

Can I drive from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton Beach to Upper East Side is 16 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side.

Where can I stay near Upper East Side?

There are 3556+ hotels available in Upper East Side.

Brighton Beach to Upper East Side - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Brighton Beach to Upper East Side by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Brighton Beach to 86th Streetsubway Q
58 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emmons Av/Shore Blvd to E 23 St / 1 Avbus Bm3
2. Take the bus from 1 Av/E 23 St to 1 Av/E 86 Stbus M15
1h 37m
$3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton Beach to Upper East Sidetaxi 15.9 mi
30 min
$60–80
Drive 15.9 mi
1. Drive from Brighton Beach to Upper East Sidecar 15.9 mi
30 min
$3–5

Brighton Beach to Upper East Side by subway

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Brighton Beach, NY, USA and Upper East Side, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Brighton Beach to 86th Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emmons Av/Shore Blvd to 1 Av/E 86 St via 1 Av/E 23 St in around 1h 37m.

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