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

The cheapest way to get from Upper West Side to Lower East Side is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Upper West Side to Lower East Side is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $26 - $32.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Upper West Side to Lower East Side. However, there are services departing from Columbus Av/W 84 St and arriving at Grand St/Clinton St via W 14 St/6 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86 St and arriving at Grand St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

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

The distance between Upper West Side and Lower East Side is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upper West Side to Lower East Side without a car is to subway which takes 20 min and costs $3.

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

The subway from 86 St to Grand St takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Upper West Side to Lower East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Columbus Av/W 84 St station.

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

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

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

Upper West Side to Lower East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Avenue Of The Americas/W 16 St station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Upper West Side to Lower East Side is 6 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Upper West Side to Lower East Side.

Where can I stay near Lower East Side?

There are 3911+ hotels available in Lower East Side.

Upper West Side to Lower East Side - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

How to get fromUpper West Side to Lower East Side

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86 St to Grand Stsubway B
20 min
$3
Drive 6.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper West Side to Lower East Sidecar 6.2 mi
14 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbus Av/W 84 St to Avenue Of The Americas/W 16 Stbus M7
2. Take the bus from W 14 St/6 Av to Grand St/Clinton Stbus M14a-Sbs
1h 9m
$6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper West Side to Lower East Sidetaxi 6.2 mi
14 min
$26–32

Upper West Side to Lower East Side by subway

550Weekly Subways

20 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Upper West Side to Lower East Side.

Launch map view

Distance: 5.6 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 86 St to Grand St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Columbus Av/W 84 St to Grand St/Clinton St via Avenue Of The Americas/W 16 St and W 14 St/6 Av in around 1h 9m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How to get from Luton Airport into central London, How do I buy a London Underground ticket?, and Getting to Rome from the airport - to help you get the most out of your next trip.