What is the cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights?

The fastest way to get from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Far Rockaway and Washington Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights. However, there are services departing from Beach 21 St/Mott Av and arriving at W 178 St/Broadway via 6 Av/W 34 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Far Rockaway and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Far Rockaway-Mott Av and arriving at 168 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights?

The distance between Far Rockaway and Washington Heights is 30 miles. The road distance is 24 miles.

How do I travel from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights without a car is to subway which takes 1h 26m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights?

The subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to 168 St takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Washington Heights bus from?

Far Rockaway to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Beach 21 St/Mott Av station.

Where do I catch the Far Rockaway to Washington Heights train from?

Far Rockaway to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, depart from Far Rockaway-Mott Av station.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Washington Heights bus arrive?

Far Rockaway to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at W 34 St/5 Av station.

Where does the Far Rockaway to Washington Heights train arrive?

Far Rockaway to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 168 St station.

Can I drive from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Far Rockaway to Washington Heights is 24 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3514+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

Far Rockaway to Washington Heights - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Far Rockaway to Washington Heights by subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to 168 Stsubway A
1h 26m
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Beach 21 St/Mott Av to W 34 St/5 Avbus Qm17
2. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 34 St to W 178 St/Broadwaybus M5
2h 37m
$6–15
Drive 23.8 mi
1. Drive from Far Rockaway to Washington Heightscar 23.8 mi
35 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Far Rockaway to Washington Heightstaxi 23.8 mi
35 min
$95–120

Far Rockaway to Washington Heights by subway

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Distance: 29.9 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Far Rockaway, NY, USA and Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Far Rockaway-Mott Av to 168 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beach 21 St/Mott Av to W 178 St/Broadway via W 34 St/5 Av and 6 Av/W 34 St in around 2h 37m.

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