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

The cheapest way to get from Upper East Side to Washington Heights is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Upper East Side to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $26 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Upper East Side and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 3 Av/E 85 St and arriving at Broadway/W 207 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Upper East Side and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86th Street and arriving at 161 St-Yankee Stadium. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Upper East Side to Washington Heights?

The distance between Upper East Side and Washington Heights is 4 miles. The road distance is 5.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upper East Side to Washington Heights without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 13 min and costs $3.

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

The line 4 subway from 86th Street to 161 St-Yankee Stadium takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Upper East Side to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 3 Av/E 85 St station.

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

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

Where does the Upper East Side to Washington Heights bus arrive?

Upper East Side to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Broadway/W 207 St station.

Where does the Upper East Side to Washington Heights train arrive?

Upper East Side to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 161 St-Yankee Stadium station.

Can I drive from Upper East Side to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper East Side to Washington Heights is 6 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Upper East Side to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3605+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

Upper East Side to Washington Heights - 4 ways to travel via line 4 subway

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

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Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86th Street to 161 St-Yankee Stadiumsubway 4
13 min
$3
Drive 5.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper East Side to Washington Heightscar 5.9 mi
10 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from 3 Av/E 85 St to Broadway/W 207 Stbus BxM1
24 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper East Side to Washington Heightstaxi 5.9 mi
10 min
$26–31

Upper East Side to Washington Heights by subway

1127Weekly Subways

13 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3.8 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Upper East Side, NY, USA and Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 86th Street to 161 St-Yankee Stadium every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 3 Av/E 85 St to Broadway/W 207 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 24 min.

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