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

The cheapest way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $30 - $40.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Rt-67. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 50 St and arriving at 181 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights?

The distance between Midtown Manhattan and Washington Heights is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 26 min and costs $3.

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

The line 1 subway from 50 St to 181 St takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

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

Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, depart from 50 St station.

Where does the Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights bus arrive?

Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Rt-67 station.

Where does the Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights is 8 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3425+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

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There are 4 ways to get from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 50 St to 181 Stsubway 1
26 min
$3
Drive 7.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heightscar 7.6 mi
11 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rt-67bus 156 / ...
39 min
$3–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heightstaxi 7.6 mi
11 min
$30–40

Midtown Manhattan to Washington Heights by subway

1475Weekly Subways

26 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 6.7 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 50 St to 181 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rt-67 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $8–25 and the journey takes 39 min. MTA Bus Company also services this route hourly.

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