What is the cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Alphabet City?

The cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Alphabet City is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Alphabet City?

The fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Alphabet City is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Brooklyn and Alphabet City?

No, there is no direct bus from Brooklyn to Alphabet City. However, there are services departing from Rogers Av/Church Av and arriving at Delancey St/Essex St via Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Brooklyn and Alphabet City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Church Av and arriving at 14 St-Union Sq. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Brooklyn to Alphabet City?

The distance between Brooklyn and Alphabet City is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

How do I travel from Brooklyn to Alphabet City without a car?

The best way to get from Brooklyn to Alphabet City without a car is to line 5 subway which takes 30 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Brooklyn to Alphabet City?

The line 5 subway from Church Av to 14 St-Union Sq takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn to Alphabet City bus from?

Brooklyn to Alphabet City bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Rogers Av/Church Av station.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn to Alphabet City train from?

Brooklyn to Alphabet City train services, operated by MTA, depart from Church Av station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Alphabet City bus arrive?

Brooklyn to Alphabet City bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4 station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Alphabet City train arrive?

Brooklyn to Alphabet City train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 14 St-Union Sq station.

Can I drive from Brooklyn to Alphabet City?

Yes, the driving distance between Brooklyn to Alphabet City is 7 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Brooklyn to Alphabet City.

Where can I stay near Alphabet City?

There are 3792+ hotels available in Alphabet City.

Brooklyn to Alphabet City - 5 ways to travel via line 5 subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Brooklyn to Alphabet City by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 5 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Church Av to 14 St-Union Sqsubway 5
30 min
$3
Drive 7.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Alphabet Citycar 7.1 mi
16 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rogers Av/Church Av to Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4bus B44-Sbs
1h 3m
$3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brooklyn to Alphabet Citytaxi 7.1 mi
16 min
$30–45
Line 2 subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Church Av to Park Placesubway 2
2. Take the bus from Warren St/Church St to Avenue C/E 11 Stbus M9
1h 7m
$6–11

Brooklyn to Alphabet City by subway

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Brooklyn, Kings County, NY, USA and Alphabet City, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Church Av to 14 St-Union Sq every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Rogers Av/Church Av to Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 32 min.

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