What is the cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Brooklyn?

The cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Brooklyn is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Brooklyn?

The fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Brooklyn is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Upper East Side and Brooklyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Upper East Side to Brooklyn. However, there are services departing from 86th Street & Lexington Avenue and arriving at Lincoln Rd/Flatbush Av via Lorimer St/Metropolitan Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Upper East Side and Brooklyn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86th Street and arriving at Church Av. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Upper East Side to Brooklyn?

The distance between Upper East Side and Brooklyn is 12 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

How do I travel from Upper East Side to Brooklyn without a car?

The best way to get from Upper East Side to Brooklyn without a car is to line 5 subway which takes 40 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Upper East Side to Brooklyn?

The line 5 subway from 86th Street to Church Av takes 40 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Upper East Side to Brooklyn bus from?

Upper East Side to Brooklyn bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, depart from 86th Street & Lexington Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Upper East Side to Brooklyn train from?

Upper East Side to Brooklyn train services, operated by MTA, depart from 86th Street station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Brooklyn bus arrive?

Upper East Side to Brooklyn bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, arrive at Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Pool station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Brooklyn train arrive?

Upper East Side to Brooklyn train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Church Av station.

Can I drive from Upper East Side to Brooklyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper East Side to Brooklyn is 11 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Upper East Side to Brooklyn.

Where can I stay near Brooklyn?

There are 3499+ hotels available in Brooklyn.

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There are 4 ways to get from Upper East Side to Brooklyn by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 5 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Church Avsubway 5
40 min
$3
Drive 10.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper East Side to Brooklyncar 10.8 mi
25 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 86th Street & Lexington Avenue to Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Poolbus Nyc / ...
2. Take the bus from Lorimer St/Metropolitan Av to Lincoln Rd/Flatbush Avbus B48
1h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper East Side to Brooklyntaxi 10.8 mi
25 min
$50–65

Upper East Side to Brooklyn by subway

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Upper East Side, NY, USA and Brooklyn, Kings County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 86th Street to Church Av every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 86th Street & Lexington Avenue to Lincoln Rd/Flatbush Av via Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Pool and Lorimer St/Metropolitan Av in around 1h 29m.

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