How to get from Penn Station to Upper East Side by subway?

From Penn Station to Upper East Side by subway

To get from Penn Station to Upper East Side in Manhattan, take the E subway from 34 St-Penn Station station to Lexington Av/53 St station. Next, take the 6 subway from 51 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Penn Station may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper East Side on the Moovit app.

27min$3.00
Subway - E
Subway - 6
Walk to Upper East Side
Leaves from 34 St-Penn Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from subway station
    Start from subway station
    Penn Station
    West 34th Street
  • 2
    Subway - E
    Wait for subway
    E
    Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Lexington Av/53 St
    9 min
  • 4
    Subway - 6
    Wait for subway
    6
    Parkchester
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to Upper East Side
    Walk to
    Upper East Side
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Penn Station to Upper East Side

The distance between Penn Station, Manhattan and Upper East Side, Manhattan is approximately 3.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Penn Station to Upper East Side by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Penn Station to Upper East Side

To check the subway schedule from Penn Station to Upper East Side using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Penn Station) and destination (Upper East Side), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Penn Station to Upper East Side?

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Subway line E, Subway line 6.

  • Is there a direct subway between Penn Station and Upper East Side in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 27 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Penn Station to Upper East Side in Manhattan?

    The E subway line goes from Lexington Av/53 St station near Penn Station to 86 St station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till 86 St station near Upper East Side in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Penn Station to Upper East Side in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Penn Station and Upper East Side in Manhattan by subway is about 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Penn Station to get to Upper East Side in Manhattan?

    Get on the E subway from the Lexington Av/53 St station near Penn Station in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Penn Station and Upper East Side in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the 86 St station, which is closest to Upper East Side in Manhattan.

  • When is the first bus from Penn Station to Upper East Side in Manhattan?

    The first bus from Penn Station to Upper East Side in Manhattan is Washington Heights - East Village. It leaves the Madison Av/E 35 St stop at 12:22 AM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Penn Station to Upper East Side?

    The ride from Penn Station to Upper East Side costs $3.00.

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