What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge is to line 1 subway and subway which costs $3 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $75 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and Bay Ridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge. However, there are services departing from Broadway/W 176 St and arriving at Wakeman Pl/3 Av via 5 Av/W 52 St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and Bay Ridge?

No, there is no direct train from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge. However, there are services departing from 181 St and arriving at 8 Av via 42 St-Times Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge?

The distance between Washington Heights and Bay Ridge is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.3 miles.

How do I travel from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge without a car?

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge without a car is to line 1 subway and subway which takes 1h 3m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge?

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Bay Ridge bus from?

Washington Heights to Bay Ridge bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, depart from Broadway/W 176 St station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Bay Ridge train from?

Washington Heights to Bay Ridge train services, operated by MTA, depart from 181 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Bay Ridge bus arrive?

Washington Heights to Bay Ridge bus services, operated by MTA Bus Company, arrive at 5 Av/W 53 St station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Bay Ridge train arrive?

Washington Heights to Bay Ridge train services, operated by MTA, arrive at 42 St-Times Square station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to Bay Ridge is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge.

Where can I stay near Bay Ridge?

There are 3511+ hotels available in Bay Ridge.

Washington Heights to Bay Ridge - 4 ways to travel via line 1 subway

There are 4 ways to get from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge 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, subway
best
1. Take the subway from 181 St to 42 St-Times Square1
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Times Square to 8 AvN / ...
1h 3m
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 176 St to 5 Av/W 53 StM5
2. Take the bus from 5 Av/W 52 St to Wakeman Pl/3 AvX27 / ...
2h 1m
$5–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge17.2 mi
28 min
$75–95
Drive 17.2 mi
1. Drive from Washington Heights to Bay Ridge17.2 mi
28 min
$4–5

Washington Heights to Bay Ridge by subway

931Weekly Subways

1h 3mAverage Duration

$3Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA and Bay Ridge, NY, USA?

You can take a subway from 181 St to 8 Av via 42 St-Times Square in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway/W 176 St to Wakeman Pl/3 Av via 5 Av/W 53 St and 5 Av/W 52 St in around 2h 1m.

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