What is the cheapest way to get from New York University to Upper East Side?

The cheapest way to get from New York University to Upper East Side is to line 6 subway which costs $3 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York University to Upper East Side?

The fastest way to get from New York University to Upper East Side is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $24 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between New York University and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bowery/E 3 St and arriving at 3 Av/E 86 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct ferry between New York University and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Stuyvesant Cove and arriving at East 90th St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between New York University and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Astor Pl and arriving at 86th Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from New York University to Upper East Side?

The distance between New York University and Upper East Side is 4 miles.

How do I travel from New York University to Upper East Side without a car?

The best way to get from New York University to Upper East Side without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 23 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from New York University to Upper East Side?

The line 6 subway from Astor Pl to 86th Street takes 16 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the New York University to Upper East Side bus from?

New York University to Upper East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Bowery/E 3 St station.

Where do I catch the New York University to Upper East Side train from?

New York University to Upper East Side train services, operated by MTA, depart from Astor Pl station.

Where does the New York University to Upper East Side bus arrive?

New York University to Upper East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 3 Av/E 86 St station.

Where does the New York University to Upper East Side train arrive?

New York University to Upper East Side train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 86th Street station.

Where can I stay near Upper East Side?

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New York University to Upper East Side - 6 ways to travel via line 6 subway

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There are 6 ways to get from New York University to Upper East Side by subway, ferry, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Astor Pl to 86th Streetsubway 6 / ...
23 min
$3
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Stuyvesant Cove to East 90th Stferry Rs
51 min
$5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bowery/E 3 St to 3 Av/E 86 Stbus M103
55 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York University to Upper East Sidetaxi 5.3 mi
11 min
$24–29
Bus via Astor Pl/Cooper Sq East
1. Take the bus from Astor Pl/Cooper Sq East to 3 Av/E 86 Stbus M102 / ...
55 min
$3–8
Walk
1. Take the foot from New York University to Upper East Sidewalk 4.4 mi
1h 25m

New York University to Upper East Side by foot and subway

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Distance: 4.4 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between New York University, NY, USA and Upper East Side, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Astor Pl to 86th Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, NYC Ferry operates a ferry from Stuyvesant Cove to East 90th St hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 21 min.

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