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

The cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $23 - $28.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2 Av/E 87 St and arriving at 2 Av/E 3 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86th Street and arriving at Spring St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

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

The distance between Upper East Side and Lower Manhattan is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 19 min and costs $3.

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

The line 6 subway from 86th Street to Spring St takes 19 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan 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 Manhattan train from?

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

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

Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 2 Av/E 3 St station.

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

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

Can I drive from Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan is 5 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3784+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

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

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

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Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to Spring Stsubway 4 / ...
19 min
$3
Drive 5.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper East Side to Lower Manhattancar 5.2 mi
13 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2 Av/E 87 St to 2 Av/E 3 Stbus M15
41 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper East Side to Lower Manhattantaxi 5.2 mi
13 min
$23–28

Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan by subway

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19 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 86th Street to Spring St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 2 Av/E 87 St to 2 Av/E 3 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 41 min.

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