What is the cheapest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights?

The fastest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Lower Manhattan and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Centre St/Broome St and arriving at W 147 St/Adam C Powell Blvd. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct ferry between Lower Manhattan and Washington Heights?

No, there is no direct ferry from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights. However, there are services departing from Battery Park City/Vesey St. and arriving at Edgewater Ferry Landing via Midtown / W. 39th St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Lower Manhattan and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Canal St and arriving at 181 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights?

The distance between Lower Manhattan and Washington Heights is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights without a car is to subway which takes 30 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights?

The subway from Canal St to 181 St takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights bus from?

Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Centre St/Broome St station.

Where do I catch the Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights train from?

Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, depart from Canal St station.

Where does the Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights bus arrive?

Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at W 147 St/Adam C Powell Blvd station.

Where does the Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights train arrive?

Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 181 St station.

Can I drive from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights is 11 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3371+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

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There are 5 ways to get from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Canal St to 181 Stsubway A
30 min
$3
Drive 10.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heightscar 10.7 mi
19 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Centre St/Broome St to W 147 St/Adam C Powell Blvdbus M1
1h 26m
$3–8
Ferry, line 21 ferry
1. Take the ferry from Battery Park City/Vesey St. to Midtown West/W 39th St-Pier 79ferry Sg
2. Take the ferry from Midtown / W. 39th St. to Edgewater Ferry Landingferry 21
1h 32m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lower Manhattan to Washington Heightstaxi 10.7 mi
19 min
$40–55

Lower Manhattan to Washington Heights by subway

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Distance: 10 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Lower Manhattan, NY, USA and Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Canal St to 181 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Centre St/Broome St to W 147 St/Adam C Powell Blvd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 26m.

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