What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach is to subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and Rockaway Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach. However, there are services departing from Broadway/W 178 St and arriving at Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 St via East 57th Street & Madison Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and Rockaway Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 181 St and arriving at Beach 67 St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach?

The distance between Washington Heights and Rockaway Beach is 28 miles. The road distance is 21.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach without a car is to subway which takes 1h 20m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach?

The subway from 181 St to Beach 67 St takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach bus from?

Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/W 178 St station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach train from?

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

Where does the Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach bus arrive?

Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 58 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach train arrive?

Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Beach 67 St station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach is 22 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach.

Where can I stay near Rockaway Beach?

There are 2262+ hotels available in Rockaway Beach.

Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus

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

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 181 St to Beach 67 Stsubway A
1h 20m
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 178 St to 5 Av/W 58 Stbus M5
2. Take the bus from East 57th Street & Madison Avenue to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 Stbus Qm15 / ...
2h 53m
$6–15
Drive 21.7 mi
1. Drive from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beachcar 21.7 mi
42 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to Rockaway Beachtaxi 21.7 mi
42 min
$85–110

Washington Heights to Rockaway Beach by subway

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Distance: 28.2 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

MTA operates a subway from 181 St to Beach 67 St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway/W 178 St to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 St via 5 Av/W 58 St and East 57th Street & Madison Avenue in around 2h 53m.

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