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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Upper West Side to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $23 - $28.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riverside Dr/W 89 St and arriving at Broadway/W 173 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 86 St and arriving at 168 St-Washington Hts. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

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

The distance between Upper West Side and Washington Heights is 4 miles. The road distance is 5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upper West Side to Washington Heights without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 15 min and costs $3.

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

The line 1 subway from 86 St to 168 St-Washington Hts takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Upper West Side to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Riverside Dr/W 89 St station.

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

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

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

Upper West Side to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Broadway/W 173 St station.

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

Upper West Side to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 168 St-Washington Hts station.

Can I drive from Upper West Side to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Upper West Side to Washington Heights is 5 miles. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Upper West Side to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3284+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

Upper West Side to Washington Heights - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 86 St to 168 St-Washington Htssubway 1
15 min
$3
Drive 5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upper West Side to Washington Heightscar 5 mi
9 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside Dr/W 89 St to Broadway/W 173 Stbus M5
35 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper West Side to Washington Heightstaxi 5 mi
9 min
$23–28

Upper West Side to Washington Heights by subway

1475Weekly Subways

15 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 4.1 mi
Duration: 15 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 86 St to 168 St-Washington Hts every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Riverside Dr/W 89 St to Broadway/W 173 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 35 min.

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