What is the cheapest way to get from New York to Brooklyn?

The cheapest way to get from New York to Brooklyn is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York to Brooklyn?

The fastest way to get from New York to Brooklyn is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between New York and Brooklyn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4 and arriving at Nostrand Av/Church Av. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between New York and Brooklyn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 14 St-Union Sq and arriving at Church Av. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from New York to Brooklyn?

The distance between New York and Brooklyn is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

How do I travel from New York to Brooklyn without a car?

The best way to get from New York to Brooklyn without a car is to line 5 subway which takes 30 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from New York to Brooklyn?

The line 5 subway from 14 St-Union Sq to Church Av takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the New York to Brooklyn bus from?

New York to Brooklyn bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4 station.

Where do I catch the New York to Brooklyn train from?

New York to Brooklyn train services, operated by MTA, depart from 14 St-Union Sq station.

Where does the New York to Brooklyn bus arrive?

New York to Brooklyn bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Nostrand Av/Church Av station.

Where does the New York to Brooklyn train arrive?

New York to Brooklyn train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Church Av station.

Can I drive from New York to Brooklyn?

Yes, the driving distance between New York to Brooklyn is 7 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from New York to Brooklyn.

Where can I stay near Brooklyn?

There are 2794+ hotels available in Brooklyn.

New York to Brooklyn - 4 ways to travel via line 5 subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from New York to Brooklyn by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 5 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 14 St-Union Sq to Church Avsubway 5
30 min
$3
Drive 6.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New York to Brooklyncar 6.7 mi
14 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4 to Nostrand Av/Church Avbus B44 / ...
33 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York to Brooklyntaxi 6.7 mi
14 min
$29–35

New York to Brooklyn by subway

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30 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between New York, NY, USA and Brooklyn, Kings County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 14 St-Union Sq to Church Av every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Williamsburg Bridge Plaza/Lane 4 to Nostrand Av/Church Av every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 33 min.

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