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

The cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Dumbo is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Dumbo is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2 Av/E 87 St and arriving at Pike St/Madison St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Upper East Side and Dumbo?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from East 90th St and arriving at Wall St/Pier 11. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86th Street and arriving at Borough Hall. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Upper East Side to Dumbo?

The distance between Upper East Side and Dumbo is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upper East Side to Dumbo without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 25 min and costs $3.

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

The line 4 subway from 86th Street to Borough Hall takes 25 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Upper East Side to Dumbo bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 2 Av/E 87 St station.

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

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

Where does the Upper East Side to Dumbo bus arrive?

Upper East Side to Dumbo bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Pike St/Madison St station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Dumbo train arrive?

Upper East Side to Dumbo train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Borough Hall station.

Can I drive from Upper East Side to Dumbo?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper East Side to Dumbo is 7 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Upper East Side to Dumbo.

Where can I stay near Dumbo?

There are 2981+ hotels available in Dumbo.

Upper East Side to Dumbo - 5 ways to travel via line 4 subway, ferry, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Upper East Side to Dumbo by subway, ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Borough Hallsubway 4 / ...
25 min
$3
Drive 7.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper East Side to Dumbocar 7.1 mi
17 min
$2
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from East 90th St to Wall St/Pier 11ferry As / ...
51 min
$5
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2 Av/E 87 St to Pike St/Madison Stbus M15
52 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper East Side to Dumbotaxi 7.1 mi
17 min
$30–40

Upper East Side to Dumbo by subway

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Upper East Side, NY, USA and Dumbo, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 86th Street to Borough Hall every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, NYC Ferry operates a ferry from East 90th St to Wall St/Pier 11 hourly. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 51 min.

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