What is the cheapest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between South Ferry (Station) and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term and arriving at 1 Av/E 43 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct ferry between South Ferry (Station) and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Wall St/Pier 11 and arriving at East 34th Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between South Ferry (Station) and Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from South Ferry and arriving at 50 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan?

The distance between South Ferry (Station) and Midtown Manhattan is 5 miles. The road distance is 4.8 miles.

How do I travel from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 20 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan?

The line 1 subway from South Ferry to 50 St takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan bus from?

South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term station.

Where do I catch the South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan train from?

South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from South Ferry station.

Where does the South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan bus arrive?

South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 1 Av/E 43 St station.

Where does the South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan train arrive?

South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 50 St station.

Can I drive from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan is 5 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Midtown Manhattan?

There are 3899+ hotels available in Midtown Manhattan.

South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan - 6 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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There are 6 ways to get from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan by subway, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from South Ferry to 50 Stsubway 1
20 min
$3
Drive 4.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattancar 4.8 mi
13 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term to 1 Av/E 43 Stbus M15-Sbs
33 min
$3–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Wall St/Pier 11 to East 34th Streetferry As / ...
36 min
$2–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattantaxi 4.8 mi
13 min
$22–27
Bus via Madison Av/E 56 St
1. Take the bus from Greenwich St/Battery Pl to Madison Av/E 56 Stbus BxM18
43 min
$3–8

South Ferry (Station) to Midtown Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between South Ferry (Station), NY, USA and Midtown Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from South Ferry to 50 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from South Ferry Term/South Ferry Term to 1 Av/E 43 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 33 min.

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