What is the cheapest way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights?

The fastest way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square 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 Times Square 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 Times Square and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at 181 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Times Square to Washington Heights?

The distance between Times Square and Washington Heights is 5 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

How do I travel from Times Square to Washington Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square 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 Times Square 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 Times Square to Washington Heights bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Times Square to Washington Heights train from?

Times Square to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, depart from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Times Square to Washington Heights bus arrive?

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

Where does the Times Square to Washington Heights train arrive?

Times Square to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 181 St station.

Can I drive from Times Square to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square to Washington Heights is 8 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Times Square to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3110+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

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There are 5 ways to get from Times Square 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 7.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Times Square to Washington Heightscar 7.8 mi
12 min
$2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to 181 Stsubway A
21 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 Times Square to Washington Heightstaxi 7.8 mi
12 min
$30–40

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Times Square, 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 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to 181 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 21 min.

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