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

The cheapest way to get from Lower East Side to Upper West Side is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lower East Side to Upper West Side is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Lower East Side and Upper West Side?

No, there is no direct bus from Lower East Side to Upper West Side. However, there are services departing from Grand St/Clinton St and arriving at Amsterdam Av/W 86 St via 6 Av/W 16 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Lower East Side and Upper West Side?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand St and arriving at 86 St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Lower East Side to Upper West Side?

The distance between Lower East Side and Upper West Side is 6 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lower East Side to Upper West Side without a car is to subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

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

The subway from Grand St to 86 St takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Lower East Side to Upper West Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Grand St/Clinton St station.

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

Lower East Side to Upper West Side train services, operated by MTA, depart from Grand St station.

Where does the Lower East Side to Upper West Side bus arrive?

Lower East Side to Upper West Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at W 14 St/6 Av station.

Where does the Lower East Side to Upper West Side train arrive?

Lower East Side to Upper West Side train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 86 St station.

Can I drive from Lower East Side to Upper West Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower East Side to Upper West Side is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Lower East Side to Upper West Side.

Where can I stay near Upper West Side?

There are 3997+ hotels available in Upper West Side.

Lower East Side to Upper West Side - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

How to get fromLower East Side to Upper West Side

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Lower East Side to Upper West Side by subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Grand St to 86 Stsubway B
21 min
$3
Drive 6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lower East Side to Upper West Sidecar 6 mi
12 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand St/Clinton St to W 14 St/6 Avbus M14a-Sbs
2. Take the bus from 6 Av/W 16 St to Amsterdam Av/W 86 Stbus M7
1h 18m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lower East Side to Upper West Sidetaxi 6 mi
12 min
$26–32

Lower East Side to Upper West Side by subway

550Weekly Subways

21 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lower East Side to Upper West Side.

Launch map view

Distance: 5.6 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Grand St to 86 St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand St/Clinton St to Amsterdam Av/W 86 St via W 14 St/6 Av and 6 Av/W 16 St in around 1h 18m.

Train operators