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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Lower Manhattan is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Lower Manhattan is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $25 - $31.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 5 Av/W 55 St and arriving at Broadway/Spring St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Lower Manhattan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 77 St and arriving at Spring St. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Manhattan to Lower Manhattan?

The distance between Manhattan and Lower Manhattan is 4 miles. The road distance is 5.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Lower Manhattan without a car is to line 6 subway which takes 17 min and costs $3.

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

The line 6 subway from 77 St to Spring St takes 17 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Manhattan to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from 5 Av/W 55 St station.

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

Manhattan to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from 77 St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

Manhattan to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at Broadway/Spring St station.

Where does the Manhattan to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manhattan to Lower Manhattan?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Lower Manhattan is 5 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Manhattan to Lower Manhattan.

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3552+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

Manhattan to Lower Manhattan - 4 ways to travel via line 6 subway, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan to Lower 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.

Line 6 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 77 St to Spring Stsubway 4 / ...
17 min
$3
Drive 5.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Lower Manhattancar 5.3 mi
13 min
$1–2
Bus
1. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 55 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1
34 min
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manhattan to Lower Manhattantaxi 5.3 mi
13 min
$25–31

Manhattan to Lower Manhattan by subway

1812Weekly Subways

17 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manhattan to Lower Manhattan.

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Distance: 4.2 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 77 St to Spring St every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from 5 Av/W 55 St to Broadway/Spring St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 34 min.

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