What is the cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan is to line 2 subway which costs $3 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Brooklyn and Upper Manhattan?

No, there is no direct bus from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan. However, there are services departing from Avenue H / E 32 St and arriving at Adam C Powell Blvd/W 125 St via Madison Av/E 35 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Brooklyn and Upper Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Church Av and arriving at 125 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan?

The distance between Brooklyn and Upper Manhattan is 15 miles. The road distance is 13.3 miles.

How do I travel from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan without a car is to line 2 subway which takes 54 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan?

The line 2 subway from Church Av to 125 St takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan bus from?

Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Avenue H / E 32 St station.

Where do I catch the Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan train from?

Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Church Av station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan bus arrive?

Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av / E 34 St station.

Where does the Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan train arrive?

Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 125 St station.

Can I drive from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan is 13 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Upper Manhattan?

There are 4000+ hotels available in Upper Manhattan.

Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via line 2 subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 2 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Church Av to 125 Stsubway 2
54 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avenue H / E 32 St to Madison Av / E 34 Stbus Bm2
2. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 35 St to Adam C Powell Blvd/W 125 Stbus M2
1h 50m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattantaxi 13.2 mi
29 min
$50–65
Drive 13.2 mi
1. Drive from Brooklyn to Upper Manhattancar 13.2 mi
29 min
$3–4

Brooklyn to Upper Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 14.5 mi
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Brooklyn, Kings County, NY, USA and Upper Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Church Av to 125 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Avenue H / E 32 St to Adam C Powell Blvd/W 125 St via Madison Av / E 34 St and Madison Av/E 35 St in around 1h 50m.

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