What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $24 - $29.

Is there a direct ferry between Downtown Brooklyn and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Dumbo/Fulton Ferry and arriving at East 34th Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Brooklyn and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jay St-MetroTech and arriving at 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan?

The distance between Downtown Brooklyn and Midtown Manhattan is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan without a car is to subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan?

The subway from Jay St-MetroTech to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan train from?

Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Jay St-MetroTech station.

Where does the Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan train arrive?

Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr station.

Can I drive from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan is 5 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Midtown Manhattan?

There are 3985+ hotels available in Midtown Manhattan.

Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via subway, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan by subway, ferry, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Jay St-MetroTech to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctrsubway F / ...
21 min
$3
Drive 5.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattancar 5.3 mi
12 min
$1–2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Dumbo/Fulton Ferry to East 34th Streetferry Er
24 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattantaxi 5.3 mi
12 min
$24–29

Downtown Brooklyn to Midtown Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 5.5 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Downtown Brooklyn, NY, USA and Midtown Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Jay St-MetroTech to 47-50 Sts-Rockefeller Ctr every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, NYC Ferry operates a ferry from Dumbo/Fulton Ferry to East 34th Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 24 min.

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