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

The cheapest way to get from Upper West Side to Inwood is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Upper West Side to Inwood is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $28 - $35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Upper West Side to Inwood. However, there are services departing from W 86 St/Amsterdam Av and arriving at Dyckman St/Sherman Av via 3 Av/E 85 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86 St and arriving at Dyckman St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Upper West Side to Inwood?

The distance between Upper West Side and Inwood is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upper West Side to Inwood without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

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

The line 1 subway from 86 St to Dyckman St takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Upper West Side to Inwood bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from W 86 St/Amsterdam Av station.

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

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

Where does the Upper West Side to Inwood bus arrive?

Upper West Side to Inwood bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 86 St/Lexington Av station.

Where does the Upper West Side to Inwood train arrive?

Upper West Side to Inwood train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Dyckman St station.

Can I drive from Upper West Side to Inwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper West Side to Inwood is 7 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Upper West Side to Inwood.

Where can I stay near Inwood?

There are 3350+ hotels available in Inwood.

Upper West Side to Inwood - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway, bus, and taxi

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

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86 St to Dyckman Stsubway 1
21 min
$3
Drive 6.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper West Side to Inwoodcar 6.6 mi
9 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from W 86 St/Amsterdam Av to E 86 St/Lexington Avbus M86-Sbs
2. Take the bus from 3 Av/E 85 St to Dyckman St/Sherman Avbus BxM1
1h
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper West Side to Inwoodtaxi 6.6 mi
9 min
$28–35

Upper West Side to Inwood by subway

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Upper West Side, NY, USA and Inwood, New York County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 86 St to Dyckman St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W 86 St/Amsterdam Av to Dyckman St/Sherman Av via E 86 St/Lexington Av and 3 Av/E 85 St in around 1h.

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