What is the cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Central Park?

The cheapest way to get from Riverdale to Central Park is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverdale to Central Park?

The fastest way to get from Riverdale to Central Park is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Riverdale and Central Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St and arriving at 5 Av/E 81 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Riverdale and Central Park?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Van Cortlandt Park-242 St and arriving at 86 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Riverdale to Central Park?

The distance between Riverdale and Central Park is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

How do I travel from Riverdale to Central Park without a car?

The best way to get from Riverdale to Central Park without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 45 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Riverdale to Central Park?

The line 1 subway from Van Cortlandt Park-242 St to 86 St takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Riverdale to Central Park bus from?

Riverdale to Central Park bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St station.

Where do I catch the Riverdale to Central Park train from?

Riverdale to Central Park train services, operated by MTA, depart from Van Cortlandt Park-242 St station.

Where does the Riverdale to Central Park bus arrive?

Riverdale to Central Park bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/E 81 St station.

Where does the Riverdale to Central Park train arrive?

Riverdale to Central Park train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 86 St station.

Can I drive from Riverdale to Central Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverdale to Central Park is 8 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Riverdale to Central Park.

Where can I stay near Central Park?

There are 3007+ hotels available in Central Park.

Riverdale to Central Park - 5 ways to travel via line 1 subway, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Riverdale to Central Park by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from Van Cortlandt Park-242 St to 86 Stsubway 1
45 min
$3
Drive 8.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverdale to Charles A. Dana Discovery Centercar 8.3 mi
13 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St to 5 Av/E 81 Stbus BxM2
56 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverdale to Charles A. Dana Discovery Centertaxi 8.3 mi
13 min
$30–40
Bus via W 81 St/Central Park West
1. Take the bus from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St to W 81 St/Central Park Westbus BxM2
1h 2m
$3–8

Riverdale to Central Park by subway and foot

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45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 9 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Riverdale, Bronx County, NY, USA and Central Park, New York County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from Van Cortlandt Park-242 St to 86 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Henry Hudson Pkwy West/W 252 St to 5 Av/E 81 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 49 min.

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