What is the cheapest way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

The cheapest way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

The fastest way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Harlem and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from E 125 St/5 Av and arriving at 3 Av/E 11 St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Harlem and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Edgewater Ferry Landing and arriving at Brookfield Place Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Harlem and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 125th Street and arriving at Spring St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Harlem and Lower Manhattan is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

How do I travel from Harlem to Lower Manhattan without a car?

The best way to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan without a car is to ferry which takes 26 min and costs $12 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

The ferry from Edgewater Ferry Landing to Brookfield Place Terminal takes 26 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Harlem to Lower Manhattan bus from?

Harlem to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from E 125 St/5 Av station.

Where do I catch the Harlem to Lower Manhattan train from?

Harlem to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from 125th Street station.

Where does the Harlem to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Harlem to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 3 Av/E 11 St station.

Where does the Harlem to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

Harlem to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at Spring St station.

Can I drive from Harlem to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlem to Lower Manhattan is 7 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Harlem to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 4540+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Harlem to Lower Manhattan - 5 ways to travel via ferry, line 6 subway, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Harlem to Lower Manhattan by ferry, subway, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Edgewater Ferry Landing to Brookfield Place Terminalferry Edgewater Ferry Landing and Brookfield Place Terminal
26 min
$12–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E 125 St/5 Av to 3 Av/E 11 Stbus M101
43 min
$2–7
Line 6 subway
1. Take the subway from 125th Street to Spring Stsubway 4 / ...
27 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harlem to Lower Manhattantaxi 7.2 mi
17 min
$30–40
Drive 7.2 mi
1. Drive from Harlem to Lower Manhattancar 7.2 mi
17 min
$2

Harlem to Lower Manhattan by subway

1812Weekly Subways

27 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Harlem, NY, USA and Lower Manhattan, NY, USA?

NY Waterways operates a ferry from Edgewater Ferry Landing to Brookfield Place Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost $12–17 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, MTA operates a subway from 125th Street to Spring St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min.

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