What is the cheapest way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights?

The fastest way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Times Square and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Rt-67. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Times Square and Washington Heights?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 42 St-Times Square and arriving at 181 St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Times Square to Washington Heights?

The distance between Times Square and Washington Heights is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

How do I travel from Times Square to Washington Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Times Square to Washington Heights without a car is to line 1 subway which takes 25 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Times Square to Washington Heights?

The line 1 subway from 42 St-Times Square to 181 St takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Times Square to Washington Heights bus from?

Times Square to Washington Heights bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Times Square to Washington Heights train from?

Times Square to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, depart from 42 St-Times Square station.

Where does the Times Square to Washington Heights bus arrive?

Times Square to Washington Heights bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Rt-67 station.

Where does the Times Square to Washington Heights train arrive?

Times Square to Washington Heights train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 181 St station.

Can I drive from Times Square to Washington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Times Square to Washington Heights is 8 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Times Square to Washington Heights.

Where can I stay near Washington Heights?

There are 3358+ hotels available in Washington Heights.

Times Square to Washington Heights - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway

There are 4 ways to get from Times Square to Washington Heights 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 1 subway
best
1. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 181 Stsubway 1
25 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rt-67bus 156 / ...
38 min
$2–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Times Square to Washington Heightstaxi 7.9 mi
12 min
$35–45
Drive 7.9 mi
1. Drive from Times Square to Washington Heightscar 7.9 mi
12 min
$2–3

Times Square to Washington Heights by subway

1475Weekly Subways

25 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7.3 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Times Square, NY, USA and Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA?

MTA operates a subway from 42 St-Times Square to 181 St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, NJ Transit operates a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rt-67 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $7–24 and the journey takes 38 min. MTA Bus Company also services this route every 30 minutes.

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