How to get from Jersey City to Upper West Side by subway and train?

From Jersey City to Upper West Side by subway and train

To get from Jersey City to Upper West Side in Manhattan, take the YEL train from Journal Square station to 14th Street station. Next, take the 1 subway from 14 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The subway and train schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

48min$6.00
Walk to train station
Train - YEL
Subway - 1
Leaves from Journal Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - YEL
    Wait for train
    YEL
    Journal Square - 33rd Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    14th Street
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    14 St
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station 86 St
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Jersey City to Upper West Side by subway and train via RED and 1

To get from Jersey City to Upper West Side in Manhattan, take the RED train from Journal Square station to World Trade Center station. Next, take the 1 subway from Wtc Cortlandt station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The subway and train schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

49min$6.00
Walk to train station
Train - RED
Subway - 1
Leaves from Journal Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Wtc Cortlandt
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station 86 St
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Jersey City to Upper West Side

The distance between Jersey City, Manhattan and Upper West Side, Manhattan is approximately 8.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Jersey City to Upper West Side by subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway And Train schedule from Jersey City to Upper West Side

To check the subway and train schedule from Jersey City to Upper West Side using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Jersey City) and destination (Upper West Side), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each subway and train, 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 and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Jersey City to Upper West Side by subway and train via RED and 1

To get from Jersey City to Upper West Side in Manhattan, take the RED train from Journal Square station to World Trade Center station. Next, take the 1 subway from Wtc Cortlandt station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $6.00. The subway and train schedule from Jersey City may change. We recommend you check the updated subway and train schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

49min$6.00
Walk to train station
Train - RED
Subway - 1
Leaves from Journal Square

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Journal Square
    ID JSQ
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - RED
    Wait for train
    RED
    Newark - World Trade Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    World Trade Center
    ID WTC
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Wtc Cortlandt
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 6
    Ride to subway station 86 St
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Jersey City to Upper West Side?

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Train line YEL, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Jersey City to Upper West Side?

    The alternative route takes 49 minutes, using Train line RED, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between Jersey City and Upper West Side?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which train line goes from Jersey City to Upper West Side?

    The YEL train line goes from Journal Square station near Jersey City in New York - New Jersey to Journal Square - 33rd Street station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Journal Square - 33rd Street station near Upper West Side in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Jersey City to Upper West Side by train and subway?

    The total travel time between Jersey City in New York - New Jersey and Upper West Side in Manhattan by train and subway is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Jersey City to get to Upper West Side?

    Get on the YEL train from the Journal Square station near Jersey City in New York - New Jersey.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Jersey City and Upper West Side?

    Get off the train at the Journal Square - 33rd Street station, which is closest to Upper West Side in Manhattan.

  • How much is the train fare from Jersey City to Upper West Side?

    The ride from Jersey City to Upper West Side costs $6.00.

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