How to get from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side by subway?

From Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side by subway

To get from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side in Manhattan, you’ll need to take 3 subway lines: take the 6 subway from Spring St station to 14 St-Union Sq station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the Q subway and finally take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Lower Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

28min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 6
Subway - Q
Subway - 1
Leaves from Spring St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Spring St
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Subway - 6
    Wait for subway
    6
    Parkchester
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    14 St-Union Sq
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - Q
    Wait for subway
    Q
    96 St
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    5 min
  • 6
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 7
    Ride to subway station 86 St
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side by subway via Q and 1

To get from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side in Manhattan, take the Q subway from Canal St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Lower Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

31min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - Q
Subway - 1
Leaves from Canal St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Canal St
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - Q
    Wait for subway
    Q
    96 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    10 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 5
    Ride to subway station 86 St
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side

The distance between Lower Manhattan, Manhattan and Upper West Side, Manhattan is approximately 4.81 mi, which can typically be travelled in 28 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side by subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Manhattan – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Subway schedule from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side

To check the subway schedule from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Lower Manhattan) and destination (Upper West 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side by subway via Q and 1

To get from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side in Manhattan, take the Q subway from Canal St station to Times Sq-42 St station. Next, take the 1 subway from Times Sq-42 St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Lower Manhattan may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

31min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - Q
Subway - 1
Leaves from Canal St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Canal St
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Subway - Q
    Wait for subway
    Q
    96 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Times Sq-42 St
    10 min
  • 4
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    137 St-City College
  • 5
    Ride to subway station 86 St
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 28 minutes, using Subway line 6, Subway line Q, Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side?

    The alternative route takes 31 minutes, using Subway line Q, Subway line 1.

  • Is there a direct subway between Lower Manhattan and Upper West Side in Manhattan?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 subway lines in total. The total travelling time is 28 min.

  • Which subway line goes from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side in Manhattan?

    The 6 subway line goes from Spring St station near Lower Manhattan to Parkchester station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till Parkchester station near Upper West Side in Manhattan.

  • How long does it take to travel from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side in Manhattan by subway?

    The total travel time between Lower Manhattan and Upper West Side in Manhattan by subway is about 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the subway near Lower Manhattan to get to Upper West Side in Manhattan?

    Get on the 6 subway from the Spring St station near Lower Manhattan in Manhattan.

  • Where do I get off the subway when travelling between Lower Manhattan and Upper West Side in Manhattan?

    Get off the subway at the Parkchester station, which is closest to Upper West Side in Manhattan.

  • How much is the subway fare from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side?

    The ride from Lower Manhattan to Upper West Side costs $3.00.

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