What is the cheapest way to get from Upper West Side to Gowanus?

The cheapest way to get from Upper West Side to Gowanus is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper West Side to Gowanus?

The fastest way to get from Upper West Side to Gowanus is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Upper West Side and Gowanus?

No, there is no direct bus from Upper West Side to Gowanus. However, there are services departing from Broadway/73rd and arriving at 3 Av/6 St via 4 Av/Dean St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Upper West Side and Gowanus?

No, there is no direct train from Upper West Side to Gowanus. However, there are services departing from 86 St and arriving at 4 Av-9 St via 42 St-Bryant Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Upper West Side to Gowanus?

The distance between Upper West Side and Gowanus is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.7 miles.

How do I travel from Upper West Side to Gowanus without a car?

The best way to get from Upper West Side to Gowanus without a car is to line 1 subway and subway via 42 St-Bryant Park which takes 39 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Upper West Side to Gowanus?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Upper West Side to Gowanus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upper West Side to Gowanus bus from?

Upper West Side to Gowanus bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, depart from Broadway/73rd station.

Where do I catch the Upper West Side to Gowanus train from?

Upper West Side to Gowanus train services, operated by MTA, depart from 86 St station.

Where does the Upper West Side to Gowanus bus arrive?

Upper West Side to Gowanus bus services, operated by OVR Ride LLC, arrive at Atlantic Av/4 Av station.

Where does the Upper West Side to Gowanus train arrive?

Upper West Side to Gowanus train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

Can I drive from Upper West Side to Gowanus?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper West Side to Gowanus is 10 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Upper West Side to Gowanus.

Where can I stay near Gowanus?

There are 2794+ hotels available in Gowanus.

Upper West Side to Gowanus - 5 ways to travel via line 1 subway, subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Upper West Side to Gowanus by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 1 subway, subway via 42 St-Bryant Park
best
1. Take the subway from 86 St to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1 / ...
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Bryant Park to 4 Av-9 Stsubway D / ...
39 min
$6
Drive 9.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper West Side to Gowanuscar 9.6 mi
19 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/73rd to Atlantic Av/4 Avbus to Mount Snow / ...
1h 20m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper West Side to Gowanustaxi 9.6 mi
19 min
$40–50
Line 1 subway, subway
1. Take the subway from 86 St to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1 / ...
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 4 Av-9 Stsubway R / ...
48 min
$3

Upper West Side to Gowanus by subway

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Distance: 9.6 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Upper West Side, NY, USA and Gowanus, NY, USA?

You can take a subway from 86 St to 4 Av-9 St via 42 St-Times Square and 42 St-Bryant Park in around 39 min. Alternatively, OVR Ride LLC operates a bus from Broadway/73rd to Atlantic Av/4 Av on demand, and the journey takes 1h.

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