What is the cheapest way to get from New York to Washington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from New York to Washington Heights is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from New York to Washington Heights?

The fastest way to get from New York to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between New York 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 ferry between New York and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Midtown / W. 39th St. and arriving at Edgewater Ferry Landing. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between New York and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from W 4 St-Wash Sq and arriving at 181 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from New York to Washington Heights?

The distance between New York and Washington Heights is 5 miles. The road distance is 10.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from New York to Washington Heights without a car is to line 21 ferry which takes 20 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from New York to Washington Heights?

The line 21 ferry from Midtown / W. 39th St. to Edgewater Ferry Landing takes 20 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the New York to Washington Heights bus from?

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

Where do I catch the New York to Washington Heights train from?

New York to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, depart from W 4 St-Wash Sq station.

Where does the New York to Washington Heights bus arrive?

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

Where does the New York to Washington Heights train arrive?

New York to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 181 St station.

Can I drive from New York to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between New York to Washington Heights is 10 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from New York to Washington Heights.

How do I get a bus ticket from New York to Washington Heights?

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Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

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New York to Washington Heights - 5 ways to travel via line 21 ferry, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from New York to Washington Heights by ferry, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 21 ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Midtown / W. 39th St. to Edgewater Ferry Landingferry 21
20 min
Drive 10.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New York to Washington Heightscar 10.1 mi
17 min
$2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq to 181 Stsubway A
27 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rt-67bus 156 / ...
39 min
$3–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from New York to Washington Heightstaxi 10.1 mi
17 min
$40–50

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

NY Waterway operates a ferry from Midtown / W. 39th St. to Edgewater Ferry Landing every 4 hours, and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq to 181 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min.

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