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

The cheapest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lower Manhattan and Upper Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 1 Av/E 1 St and arriving at E 126 St/2 Av. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Lower Manhattan and Upper Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Broadway-Lafayette St and arriving at 125 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan?

The distance between Lower Manhattan and Upper Manhattan is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan without a car is to subway which takes 21 min and costs $3.

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

The subway from Broadway-Lafayette St to 125 St takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 1 Av/E 1 St station.

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

Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from Broadway-Lafayette St station.

Where does the Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan bus arrive?

Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at E 126 St/2 Av station.

Where does the Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan train arrive?

Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 125 St station.

Can I drive from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan is 7 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Upper Manhattan?

There are 3769+ hotels available in Upper Manhattan.

Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan by 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.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Broadway-Lafayette St to 125 Stsubway D / ...
21 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 1 Av/E 1 St to E 126 St/2 Avbus M15 / ...
43 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattantaxi 7.3 mi
16 min
$30–40
Drive 7.3 mi
1. Drive from Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattancar 7.3 mi
16 min
$2

Lower Manhattan to Upper Manhattan by subway

1506Weekly Subways

21 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

MTA operates a subway from Broadway-Lafayette St to 125 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 1 Av/E 1 St to E 126 St/2 Av every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 43 min.

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