What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Upper East Side?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Upper East Side is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Upper East Side?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Upper East Side is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $24 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av and arriving at 5 Av/E 87 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and Upper East Side?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 161 St-Yankee Stadium and arriving at 86th Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Upper East Side?

The distance between Washington Heights and Upper East Side is 4 miles. The road distance is 5.6 miles.

How do I travel from Washington Heights to Upper East Side without a car?

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Upper East Side without a car is to line 4 subway which takes 13 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to Upper East Side?

The line 4 subway from 161 St-Yankee Stadium to 86th Street takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Upper East Side bus from?

Washington Heights to Upper East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Upper East Side train from?

Washington Heights to Upper East Side train services, operated by MTA, depart from 161 St-Yankee Stadium station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Upper East Side bus arrive?

Washington Heights to Upper East Side bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/E 87 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Upper East Side train arrive?

Washington Heights to Upper East Side train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 86th Street station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to Upper East Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to Upper East Side is 6 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Washington Heights to Upper East Side.

Where can I stay near Upper East Side?

There are 3556+ hotels available in Upper East Side.

Washington Heights to Upper East Side - 4 ways to travel via line 4 subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington Heights to Upper East Side by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 4 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 161 St-Yankee Stadium to 86th Streetsubway 4
13 min
$3
Drive 5.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington Heights to Upper East Sidecar 5.5 mi
10 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av to 5 Av/E 87 Stbus BxM3
23 min
$3–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to Upper East Sidetaxi 5.5 mi
10 min
$24–30

Washington Heights to Upper East Side by subway

1187Weekly Subways

13 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 3.8 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA and Upper East Side, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 161 St-Yankee Stadium to 86th Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Sedgwick Av/Webb Av to 5 Av/E 87 St hourly. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 23 min.

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