What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Amsterdam Av/W 178 St and arriving at 3 Av/E 11 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 181 St and arriving at Canal St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Washington Heights and Lower Manhattan is 10 miles. The road distance is 11 miles.

How do I travel from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan without a car is to subway which takes 30 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan?

The subway from 181 St to Canal St takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Amsterdam Av/W 178 St station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan train from?

Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from 181 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 3 Av/E 11 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Canal St station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3650+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via subway, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 181 St to Canal Stsubway A
30 min
$3
Drive 10.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattancar 10.9 mi
20 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 178 St to 3 Av/E 11 Stbus M101
1h 15m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to Lower Manhattantaxi 10.9 mi
20 min
$45–55

Washington Heights to Lower Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 10 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 181 St to Canal St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Amsterdam Av/W 178 St to 3 Av/E 11 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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