What is the cheapest way to get from Upper West Side to New York Public Library?

The cheapest way to get from Upper West Side to New York Public Library is to line 1 subway via 5th Avenue which costs $3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Upper West Side to New York Public Library?

The fastest way to get from Upper West Side to New York Public Library is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs $16 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Upper West Side and New York Public Library?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riverside Dr/W 82 St and arriving at 5 Av/W 44 St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Upper West Side and New York Public Library?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86 St and arriving at 42 St-Times Square. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Upper West Side to New York Public Library?

The distance between Upper West Side and New York Public Library is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Upper West Side to New York Public Library without a car?

The best way to get from Upper West Side to New York Public Library without a car is to line 1 subway via 5th Avenue which takes 14 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Upper West Side to New York Public Library?

It takes approximately 14 min to get from Upper West Side to New York Public Library, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upper West Side to New York Public Library bus from?

Upper West Side to New York Public Library bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Riverside Dr/W 82 St station.

Where do I catch the Upper West Side to New York Public Library train from?

Upper West Side to New York Public Library train services, operated by MTA, depart from 86 St station.

Where does the Upper West Side to New York Public Library bus arrive?

Upper West Side to New York Public Library bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 44 St station.

Where does the Upper West Side to New York Public Library train arrive?

Upper West Side to New York Public Library train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

Where can I stay near New York Public Library?

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Upper West Side to New York Public Library - 6 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Upper West Side to New York Public Library by subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 subway via 5th Avenue
best
1. Take the subway from 86 St to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1 / ...
14 min
$3
Bus via 5 Av/W 44 St
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 82 St to 5 Av/W 44 Stbus M5
25 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper West Side to New York Public Librarytaxi 3 mi
6 min
$16–20
Walk
1. Take the foot from Upper West Side to New York Public Librarywalk 2.7 mi
52 min
Line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from 86 St to 42 St-Times Squaresubway 1 / ...
16 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 82 St to 5 Av/W 41 Stbus M5
34 min
$3–8

Upper West Side to New York Public Library by subway and foot

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Distance: 2.9 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Upper West Side, NY, USA and New York Public Library, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 86 St to 42 St-Times Square every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Riverside Dr/W 82 St to 5 Av/W 44 St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 22 min.

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