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

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av and arriving at 5th Avenue & East 55th Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yankees-E 153 St and arriving at Grand Central Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan?

The distance between Washington Heights and Midtown Manhattan is 6 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs $5 - $10.

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

The train from Yankees-E 153 St to Grand Central Terminal takes 19 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av station.

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

Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Yankees-E 153 St station.

Train or bus from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan?

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan is to train which takes 19 min and costs $5 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $8 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan bus arrive?

Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5th Avenue & East 55th Street station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan train arrive?

Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Grand Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan is 8 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Midtown Manhattan?

There are 3984+ hotels available in Midtown Manhattan.

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There are 5 ways to get from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yankees-E 153 St to Grand Central Terminaltrain Hudson
19 min
$5–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av to 5th Avenue & East 55th Streetbus BxM3
31 min
$2–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattantaxi 8 mi
13 min
$30–40
Drive 8 mi
1. Drive from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattancar 8 mi
13 min
$2
Line 1 subway
1. Take the subway from 181 St to 50 Stsubway 1
25 min
$3

Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan by train

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Distance: 5.8 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates a train from Yankees-E 153 St to Grand Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $5–10 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av to 5th Avenue & East 55th Street hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 31 min. NJ Transit also services this route every 10 minutes.

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