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

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

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mount Morris Park West/W 124 St and arriving at Broadway/Spring St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 125 St and arriving at Broadway-Lafayette St. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattan?

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

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

The best way to get from Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattan without a car is to subway which takes 20 min and costs $3.

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

The subway from 125 St to Broadway-Lafayette St takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattan bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Mount Morris Park West/W 124 St station.

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

Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattan train services, operated by MTA, depart from 125 St station.

Where does the Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattan?

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

Where can I stay near Lower Manhattan?

There are 3722+ hotels available in Lower Manhattan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Upper 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.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 125 St to Broadway-Lafayette Stsubway D / ...
20 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mount Morris Park West/W 124 St to Broadway/Spring Stbus M1
1h 17m
$2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattantaxi 7.3 mi
17 min
$30–40
Drive 7.3 mi
1. Drive from Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattancar 7.3 mi
17 min
$2

Upper Manhattan to Lower Manhattan by subway

1506Weekly Subways

20 minAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

MTA operates a subway from 125 St to Broadway-Lafayette St every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, MTA Bus Company operates a bus from Mount Morris Park West/W 124 St to Broadway/Spring St hourly. Tickets cost $2–7 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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