How to get from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side by subway?

From Greenwich Village to Upper West Side by subway

Take one direct subway from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side in Manhattan: take the 1 subway from Houston St station to 86 St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Greenwich Village may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

22min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - 1
Leaves from Houston St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    Houston St
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Subway - 1
    Wait for subway
    1
    Van Cortlandt Park-242 St
  • 3
    Ride to subway station 86 St
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Greenwich Village to Upper West Side by bus and subway

To get from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side in Manhattan, take the B subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq station to 86 St station. Next, take the M86-SBS bus from W 86 St/Central Pk West station to W 86 St/Broadway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Greenwich Village may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

30min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Bus - M86-SBSM86-SBS
Walk to Upper West Side
Leaves from W 4 St-Wash Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    W 4 St-Wash Sq
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Bedford Park Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 86 St/Central Pk West
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M86-SBSM86-SBS
    Wait for bus
    M86-SBS
    Select Bus Westside West End Av Crosstwn
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 86 St/Broadway
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Upper West Side
    Walk to
    Upper West Side
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side

The distance between Greenwich Village, Manhattan and Upper West Side, Manhattan is approximately 4.65 mi, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Greenwich Village 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 Greenwich Village to Upper West Side

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

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From Greenwich Village to Upper West Side by bus and subway

To get from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side in Manhattan, take the B subway from W 4 St-Wash Sq station to 86 St station. Next, take the M86-SBS bus from W 86 St/Central Pk West station to W 86 St/Broadway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is $3.00. The subway schedule from Greenwich Village may change. We recommend you check the updated subway schedule to Upper West Side on the Moovit app.

30min$3.00
Walk to subway station
Subway - B
Bus - M86-SBSM86-SBS
Walk to Upper West Side
Leaves from W 4 St-Wash Sq

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to subway station
    Walk to subway station
    W 4 St-Wash Sq
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Subway - B
    Wait for subway
    B
    Bedford Park Blvd
  • 3
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    86 St
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    W 86 St/Central Pk West
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - M86-SBSM86-SBS
    Wait for bus
    M86-SBS
    Select Bus Westside West End Av Crosstwn
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    W 86 St/Broadway
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Upper West Side
    Walk to
    Upper West Side
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side?

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Subway line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side?

    The alternative route takes 30 minutes, using Subway line B, Bus line M86-SBS.

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

    Yes, there is a direct subway going from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side in Manhattan in 22 min.

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

    The 1 subway line goes from Houston St station near Greenwich Village to Van Cortlandt Park-242 St station near Upper West Side in Manhattan.

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

    The total travel time between Greenwich Village and Upper West Side in Manhattan by subway is about 22 min.

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

    Get on the 1 subway from the Houston St station near Greenwich Village in Manhattan.

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

    Get off the subway at the Van Cortlandt Park-242 St station, which is closest to Upper West Side in Manhattan.

  • When is the first subway from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side in Manhattan?

    The first subway from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side in Manhattan is Broadway - 7 Avenue Local. It leaves the Houston St station at 8:07 PM.

  • When is the last bus from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side in Manhattan?

    The last bus from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side in Manhattan is the Harlem - 14th Street line. It leaves the 6 Av/W 16 St stop at 10:40 PM.

  • How much is the subway fare from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side?

    The ride from Greenwich Village to Upper West Side costs $3.00.

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