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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Riverdale is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Riverdale is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Riverdale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madison Av/E 84 St and arriving at Henry Hudson Pkwy East/W 252 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Riverdale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86 St and arriving at Van Cortlandt Park-242 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Riverdale?

The distance between Manhattan and Riverdale is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Riverdale without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 29 min and costs $3.

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

The line 1 subway from 86 St to Van Cortlandt Park-242 St takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Riverdale bus from?

Manhattan to Riverdale bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Madison Av/E 84 St station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Riverdale train from?

Manhattan to Riverdale train services, operated by MTA, depart from 86 St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Riverdale bus arrive?

Manhattan to Riverdale bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Henry Hudson Pkwy East/W 252 St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Riverdale train arrive?

Manhattan to Riverdale train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Van Cortlandt Park-242 St station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Riverdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Riverdale is 10 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Manhattan to Riverdale.

Where can I stay near Riverdale?

There are 2781+ hotels available in Riverdale.

Manhattan to Riverdale - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86 St to Van Cortlandt Park-242 Stsubway 1
29 min
$3
Drive 9.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Riverdalecar 9.7 mi
15 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 84 St to Henry Hudson Pkwy East/W 252 Stbus BxM2
39 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Riverdaletaxi 9.7 mi
15 min
$35–50

Manhattan to Riverdale by subway

1435Weekly Subways

29 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.2 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Riverdale, Bronx County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 86 St to Van Cortlandt Park-242 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Madison Av/E 84 St to Henry Hudson Pkwy East/W 252 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 39 min.

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