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

The cheapest way to get from Dumbo to Upper East Side is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumbo to Upper East Side is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbo and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison St/Market St and arriving at 1 Av/E 86 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Dumbo and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Wall St/Pier 11 and arriving at East 90th St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Dumbo and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Borough Hall and arriving at 86th Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Dumbo to Upper East Side?

The distance between Dumbo and Upper East Side is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumbo to Upper East Side without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 24 min and costs $3.

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

The line 4 subway from Borough Hall to 86th Street takes 24 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Dumbo to Upper East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison St/Market St station.

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

Dumbo to Upper East Side train services, operated by MTA, depart from Borough Hall station.

Where does the Dumbo to Upper East Side bus arrive?

Dumbo to Upper East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 1 Av/E 86 St station.

Where does the Dumbo to Upper East Side train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumbo to Upper East Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbo to Upper East Side is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Dumbo to Upper East Side.

Where can I stay near Upper East Side?

There are 3798+ hotels available in Upper East Side.

Dumbo to Upper East Side - 5 ways to travel via line 4 subway, bus, and ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumbo to Upper East Side by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Borough Hall to 86th Streetsubway 4 / ...
24 min
$3
Drive 7.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumbo to Upper East Sidecar 7.5 mi
16 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison St/Market St to 1 Av/E 86 Stbus M15
43 min
$3–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to East 90th Stferry As / ...
52 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dumbo to Upper East Sidetaxi 7.5 mi
16 min
$35–45

Dumbo to Upper East Side by subway

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Borough Hall to 86th Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison St/Market St to 1 Av/E 86 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 43 min.

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