What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Ridgewood?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Ridgewood is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Ridgewood?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Ridgewood is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and Ridgewood?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington Heights to Ridgewood. However, there are services departing from W 178 St/Saint Nicholas Av and arriving at Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Pool via 86th Street & Lexington Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and Ridgewood?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 181 St and arriving at Utica Av. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Ridgewood?

The distance between Washington Heights and Ridgewood is 16 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Ridgewood without a car is to subway which takes 48 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to Ridgewood?

The subway from 181 St to Utica Av takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Ridgewood bus from?

Washington Heights to Ridgewood bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from W 178 St/Saint Nicholas Av station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Ridgewood train from?

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

Where does the Washington Heights to Ridgewood bus arrive?

Washington Heights to Ridgewood bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Lexington Av/E 86 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Ridgewood train arrive?

Washington Heights to Ridgewood train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Utica Av station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to Ridgewood?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to Ridgewood is 13 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Washington Heights to Ridgewood.

Where can I stay near Ridgewood?

There are 3435+ hotels available in Ridgewood.

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

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from 181 St to Utica Avsubway A
48 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from W 178 St/Saint Nicholas Av to Lexington Av/E 86 Stbus M98
2. Take the bus from 86th Street & Lexington Avenue to Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Poolbus Nyc / ...
1h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to Ridgewoodtaxi 12.6 mi
21 min
$50–65
Drive 12.6 mi
1. Drive from Washington Heights to Ridgewoodcar 12.6 mi
21 min
$3–4
Subway via 14 St
1. Take the subway from 181 St to 14 Stsubway A
2. Take the subway from 8 Av to Myrtle-Wyckoff Avssubway L
48 min
$6

Washington Heights to Ridgewood by subway

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Distance: 16 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 181 St to Utica Av every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from W 178 St/Saint Nicholas Av to Wiliamsburg, BK - Union Pool via Lexington Av/E 86 St and 86th Street & Lexington Avenue in around 1h 28m.

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