What is the cheapest way to get from Flatlands to Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Flatlands to Manhattan is to line 5 subway which costs $3 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Flatlands to Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Flatlands to Manhattan is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Flatlands and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Avenue K / E 29 St and arriving at Madison Av/E 54 St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Flatlands and Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College and arriving at 86th Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Flatlands to Manhattan?

The distance between Flatlands and Manhattan is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.6 miles.

How do I travel from Flatlands to Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Flatlands to Manhattan without a car is to line 5 subway which takes 44 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Flatlands to Manhattan?

The line 5 subway from Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College to 86th Street takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Flatlands to Manhattan bus from?

Flatlands to Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Avenue K / E 29 St station.

Where do I catch the Flatlands to Manhattan train from?

Flatlands to Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College station.

Where does the Flatlands to Manhattan bus arrive?

Flatlands to Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Madison Av/E 54 St station.

Where does the Flatlands to Manhattan train arrive?

Flatlands to Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 86th Street station.

Can I drive from Flatlands to Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Flatlands to Manhattan is 14 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Flatlands to Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Manhattan?

There are 3856+ hotels available in Manhattan.

Flatlands to Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via line 5 subway, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 5 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College to 86th Streetsubway 5
44 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avenue K / E 29 St to Madison Av/E 54 Stbus Bm1 / ...
1h 18m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Flatlands to Manhattantaxi 13.5 mi
28 min
$60–75
Drive 13.5 mi
1. Drive from Flatlands to Manhattancar 13.5 mi
28 min
$3–4

Flatlands to Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Flatlands, NY, USA and Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Flatbush Av-Brooklyn College to 86th Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Avenue K / E 29 St to Madison Av/E 54 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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