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

The cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Lower East Side is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Lower East Side is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $27 - $32.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2 Av/E 87 St and arriving at Allen St/Grand St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86th Street and arriving at Canal St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Upper East Side to Lower East Side?

The distance between Upper East Side and Lower East Side is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upper East Side to Lower East Side without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

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

The line 6 subway from 86th Street to Canal St takes 21 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Upper East Side to Lower East Side bus arrive?

Upper East Side to Lower East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Allen St/Grand St station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Lower East Side train arrive?

Upper East Side to Lower East Side train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Canal St station.

Can I drive from Upper East Side to Lower East Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper East Side to Lower East Side is 6 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Upper East Side to Lower East Side.

Where can I stay near Lower East Side?

There are 3911+ hotels available in Lower East Side.

Upper East Side to Lower East Side - 4 ways to travel via line 6 subway

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

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Canal Stsubway 6 / ...
21 min
$3
Drive 6.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper East Side to Lower East Sidecar 6.2 mi
11 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2 Av/E 87 St to Allen St/Grand Stbus M15 / ...
45 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper East Side to Lower East Sidetaxi 6.2 mi
11 min
$27–32

Upper East Side to Lower East Side by subway

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 86th Street to Canal St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 2 Av/E 87 St to Allen St/Grand St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 45 min.

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