What is the cheapest way to get from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights is to subway and line 1 subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights?

The fastest way to get from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Bay Ridge and Washington Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights. However, there are services departing from 3 Av/65 St and arriving at W 178 St/Broadway via Central Park South/6 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bay Ridge and Washington Heights?

No, there is no direct train from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights. However, there are services departing from 8 Av and arriving at 181 St via 42 St-Times Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights?

The distance between Bay Ridge and Washington Heights is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights without a car is to subway and line 1 subway which takes 1h 5m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights?

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bay Ridge to Washington Heights bus from?

Bay Ridge to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 3 Av/65 St station.

Where do I catch the Bay Ridge to Washington Heights train from?

Bay Ridge to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, depart from 8 Av station.

Where does the Bay Ridge to Washington Heights bus arrive?

Bay Ridge to Washington Heights bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at East 57th Street & Madison Avenue station.

Where does the Bay Ridge to Washington Heights train arrive?

Bay Ridge to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

Can I drive from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Bay Ridge to Washington Heights is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Bay Ridge to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3661+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

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

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Subway, line 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 8 Av to 42 St-Times Squaresubway N / ...
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 181 Stsubway 1
1h 5m
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 3 Av/65 St to East 57th Street & Madison Avenuebus X27 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Park South/6 Av to W 178 St/Broadwaybus M5
2h 14m
$5–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bay Ridge to Washington Heightstaxi 17.1 mi
28 min
$65–85
Drive 17.1 mi
1. Drive from Bay Ridge to Washington Heightscar 17.1 mi
28 min
$4–5

Bay Ridge to Washington Heights by subway

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a subway from 8 Av to 181 St via 42 St-Times Square in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 3 Av/65 St to W 178 St/Broadway via East 57th Street & Madison Avenue and Central Park South/6 Av in around 2h 14m.

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