What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to New York University?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to New York University is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to New York University?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to New York University is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and New York University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Adam C Powell Blvd/W 148 St and arriving at E 8 St/University Pl. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and New York University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 145 St and arriving at Broadway-Lafayette St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Washington Heights to New York University?

The distance between Washington Heights and New York University is 8 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

How do I travel from Washington Heights to New York University without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to New York University?

The subway from 145 St to Broadway-Lafayette St takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to New York University bus from?

Washington Heights to New York University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Adam C Powell Blvd/W 148 St station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to New York University train from?

Washington Heights to New York University train services, operated by MTA, depart from 145 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to New York University bus arrive?

Washington Heights to New York University bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 8 St/University Pl station.

Where does the Washington Heights to New York University train arrive?

Washington Heights to New York University train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Broadway-Lafayette St station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to New York University?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to New York University is 10 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Washington Heights to New York University.

Where can I stay near New York University?

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There are 7 ways to get from Washington Heights to New York University by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 145 St to Broadway-Lafayette Stsubway B / ...
30 min
$3
Drive 10.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington Heights to New York Universitycar 10.2 mi
18 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adam C Powell Blvd/W 148 St to E 8 St/University Plbus M2
1h 25m
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to New York Universitytaxi 10.2 mi
18 min
$40–50
Subway via 181 St
1. Take the subway from 181 St to W 4 St-Wash Sqsubway A
35 min
$3
Bus via Amsterdam Av/W 178 St
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Av/W 178 St to 3 Av/E 11 Stbus M101
1h 25m
$3–8
Bus via Saint Nicholas Av/W 181 St
1. Take the bus from Saint Nicholas Av/W 181 St to E 8 St/University Plbus M3
1h 55m
$3–8

Washington Heights to New York University by subway and foot

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 145 St to Broadway-Lafayette St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Adam C Powell Blvd/W 148 St to E 8 St/University Pl every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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