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 - $3 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 181 St and arriving at 50 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan?

The distance between Washington Heights and Midtown Manhattan is 7 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 line 1 subway which takes 25 min and costs $3.

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

The line 1 subway from 181 St to 50 St takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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 MTA, depart from 181 St station.

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 MTA, arrive at 50 St 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 3802+ hotels available in Midtown Manhattan.

Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway

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

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Line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 181 St to 50 Stsubway 1
25 min
$3
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
$2–3

Washington Heights to Midtown Manhattan by subway

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Distance: 6.7 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 181 St to 50 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 25 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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