What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Tappan Zee?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Tappan Zee is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Tappan Zee?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Tappan Zee is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Tappan Zee?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Tappan Zee. However, there are services departing from Madison Av/E 84 St and arriving at Livingston Ave @ Walnut St via N Broadway @ New Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Tappan Zee?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 125th Street - Harlem and arriving at Dobbs Ferry. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Tappan Zee?

The distance between Manhattan and Tappan Zee is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Tappan Zee without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Tappan Zee without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs $7 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Tappan Zee?

The train from 125th Street - Harlem to Dobbs Ferry takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Tappan Zee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Tappan Zee train from?

Manhattan to Tappan Zee train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from 125th Street - Harlem station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Tappan Zee?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Tappan Zee is to train which takes 35 min and costs $7 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus and line 6 bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Manhattan to Tappan Zee bus arrive?

Manhattan to Tappan Zee bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at S Broadway/New Main St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Tappan Zee train arrive?

Manhattan to Tappan Zee train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Dobbs Ferry station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Tappan Zee?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Tappan Zee is 18 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Manhattan to Tappan Zee.

Where can I stay near Tappan Zee?

There are 274+ hotels available in Tappan Zee.

Manhattan to Tappan Zee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 6 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan to Tappan Zee by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 125th Street - Harlem to Dobbs Ferrytrain Hudson
35 min
$7–13
Drive 17.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Tappan Zeecar 17.8 mi
30 min
$4–5
Bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 84 St to S Broadway/New Main Stbus BxM3
2. Take the bus from N Broadway @ New Main St to Livingston Ave @ Walnut Stbus 6 / ...
1h 35m
$6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Tappan Zeetaxi 17.8 mi
30 min
$65–80

Manhattan to Tappan Zee by train

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Distance: 15.8 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Tappan Zee, NY, USA?

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from 125th Street - Harlem to Dobbs Ferry every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–13 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madison Av/E 84 St to Livingston Ave @ Walnut St via S Broadway/New Main St and N Broadway @ New Main St in around 1h 35m.

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